Kayla Razo
Bakersfield
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated educator with five years of experience as a Special Education Teacher, specializing in fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students with diverse needs. Skilled in building strong relationships with students, parents, and school staff to ensure students’ social, emotional, and academic growth. Eager to transition into an Elementary School Counselor role, leveraging a deep understanding of child development, behavioral management strategies, and individualized support. Adept at identifying and addressing students’ emotional and psychological needs, and committed to promoting a positive school climate through proactive interventions, guidance, and advocacy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor Intern
Norris School District
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Collaborated with school staff to identify at-risk students, implementing targeted interventions based on MTSS to promote positive outcomes.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions for students to support emotional well-being, social skills development, and academic success.
- Assisted in the implementation of school-wide programs and interventions aimed at promoting positive behavior, mental health, and conflict resolution.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers, administrators, and parents to develop and monitor student progress toward social, emotional, and academic goals.
- Provided crisis intervention and conflict resolution services to students, including support during emotionally challenging situations.
- Observed and documented student behavior and provided feedback for counseling strategies.
- Delivered classroom lessons focused on topics such as emotional regulation and social skills
- Maintained confidential and accurate records of student sessions, progress, and communication with parents and school staff.
Special Education Teacher
Fruitvale School District
08.2019 - 05.2024
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
Education
Master of Arts in Education/PPS Credential - School Counseling
Alliant University
San Diego, CA10-2025
Teaching Credential - Special Education
Point Loma Nazarene University
Bakersfield, CA12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ2018
Associate of Arts - Communication
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA2016
Skills
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Progress Evaluations
- Student Records Management
- Data Collection
- Conducting individual and group counseling sessions
- Providing emotional support and crisis intervention
- Supporting social-emotional development and mental health
- Utilizing positive behavior support techniques
- Working closely with parents, teachers, and administrators
- Communicating effectively with families to support student needs
- Promoting positive self-esteem, resilience, and coping skills
- Conducting needs assessments for students
- Evaluating student progress toward emotional and academic goals
- Using data to inform interventions and support plans
Timeline
School Counselor Intern
Norris School District
01.2025 - 03.2025
Special Education Teacher
Fruitvale School District
08.2019 - 05.2024
Associate of Arts - Communication
Bakersfield College
Master of Arts in Education/PPS Credential - School Counseling
Alliant University
Teaching Credential - Special Education
Point Loma Nazarene University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Arizona State University
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