Tristen Giles
Plano,TX
Summary
Dynamic Educational Diagnostician with a proven track record at Allen ISD, enhancing student success through targeted intervention strategies and comprehensive assessments. Expert in child development education and fostering collaborative relationships, I excel in utilizing data-driven strategies to develop individualized education plans and empower educators and families with knowledge and tools for student support.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Diagnostician
Allen ISD
07.2023 - Current
- Managed a diverse caseload of over 100 students, providing tailored academic support and guidance to enhance individual learning outcomes.
- Improved student success rates by identifying specific learning challenges and creating targeted intervention strategies.
- Deployed various assessment instruments and techniques to assist in identifying students eligible for special education services.
- Served as liaison between school staff, families, and outside service providers, coordinating efforts to maximize student success.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive assessments for students with diverse needs.
- Applied knowledge of ethnic, linguistic, cultural and socioeconomic diversity for evaluation, planning, and instruction.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Provided expert guidance to parents and educators on appropriate accommodations and modifications for students with disabilities.
- Led staff and faculty training and development to support program objectives.
Early Intervention Specialist
LifePath Systems
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Established strong relationships with families, fostering trust and open communication for effective collaboration.
- Maintained compliance with all state and federal regulations related to early intervention services, ensuring the highest quality of care for children and families.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating closely with colleagues and sharing best practices, resulting in improved service delivery across the team.
- Promoted family engagement in the early intervention process by providing resources, education, and guidance on supporting their child''s development at home.
- Developed clear goals for each child based on assessment results, guiding the implementation of tailored interventions.
- Empowered parents through coaching on how to effectively implement strategies at home that would foster their child''s development.
- Managed caseloads efficiently to maintain timely documentation and service delivery without compromising quality of care.
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Bastrop Independent School District
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Taught two classes of 24+ students each, fostering an engaging learning environment and adapting instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Education
Master of Science - Human Development And Early Childhood Disorders
The University of Texas At Dallas
Richardson, TX05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Multidisciplinary Studies
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX12-2017
Skills
- Child Development Education & Support
- Assessment Proficiency
- Knowledge of Disabilities
- Comprehensive Report Development
- Knowledge of Intervention Strategies
- Trauma-Informed Approaches
- Individualized education plan development
- Identification of Learning Disabilities
- Time management
- Detail-Oriented Approach
- Organizational skills
- Informed Decision-Making
- Collaborative Relationship Development
Certification
- Core Subjects Grades (EC-6)
- English as a Second Language Supplemental Grades (EC-6)
- Educational Diagnostician Grades (EC-12)
- Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities (EC–12)
Timeline
Educational Diagnostician
Allen ISD
07.2023 - Current
Early Intervention Specialist
LifePath Systems
05.2023 - 07.2023
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Bastrop Independent School District
08.2018 - 05.2021
Master of Science - Human Development And Early Childhood Disorders
The University of Texas At Dallas
Bachelor of Science - Multidisciplinary Studies
Texas Tech University
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