MARIA ZAMARRIPA
Hawaiian Gardens
Summary
Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Savanna School District
08.2023 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Planned lessons and provided direct instruction for classroom, small group, and individual settings.
- Supervised paraprofessionals working within special education classroom setting.
- Managed behavior and promoted positive learning environment through consistent reinforcement of expectations.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
Education Specialist
Green Dot Public Schools
07.2021 - Current
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities
- Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities
- Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives
- Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district-wide assessments
- Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
ABA Facilitator
Greater Anaheim SELPA
06.2015 - 07.2021
- Delivered individualized treatment for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders or other behavioral and social challenges using applied behavior analysis principles
- Performed behavioral interventions to teach communication, social and daily living skills and reduce problematic behaviors in home, community and school settings
- Assembled, maintained and analyzed data gathered during student sessions, completed daily treatment logs and consistently submitted timely written and verbal progress reports
- Identified and analyzed delays in student progression toward set goals and implemented, in collaboration with other team members, optimum changes to stimulate student success.
Instructional Aide
Los Alamitos Unified School District
08.2011 - 12.2014
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons
- Delivered instruction individually or in small groups with support from instructor
- Evaluated individual student needs and assessed academic and social situations to address challenges and goals
- Monitored students in class, hallways and cafeteria to enforce school rules
- Complied with instructor-developed IEPs and made informed recommendations for adjustments
- Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials and supplies
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
Education
Master of Science in Special Education -
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA05.2023
Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies -
California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05.2021
Skills
- Parent Communication
- Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
- Conflict Resolution
- Relationship Building
- Positive Reinforcement
- Learning Assessments
- Student-Centered Learning
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Savanna School District
08.2023 - Current
Education Specialist
Green Dot Public Schools
07.2021 - Current
ABA Facilitator
Greater Anaheim SELPA
06.2015 - 07.2021
Instructional Aide
Los Alamitos Unified School District
08.2011 - 12.2014
Master of Science in Special Education -
Loyola Marymount University
Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies -
California State University - Long Beach
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