JUDITH P.

SAENZ
jsaenzgo@houstonisd.org

Objective
To continue growing as a special education and bilingual leader, which will enable me to use my
creativity skills, enthusiasm, and effectively direct faculty and students with diverse populations at a variety of
academic levels to ensure a more successful learning experience.

Skills

Bilingual: English and Spanish (Able to read,

write and speak).
Unique Learning Special Education
Curriculum
Neuhaus (Basic Language Skills) English
Literacy Program.

Esperanza- Spanish Language and Literacy

Program.
Literacy By 3
LLI Leveled Literacy Intervention Program
SMART Board.

Professional Experience
Special Education Teacher and Chairperson
Burnet Elementary School, Houston Independent School District Houston, TX

August 2012 Present

Coordinate ARDs meetings and develop IEPs according to the needs of each student.
Support SLL teachers in assistance with the five observable indicators. (Student portfolios, Individualized visual
schedules, routines developed and clear visual expectations, master schedule, data collection) and provide
guidance in the implementation of them in their classroom.
Provide support to teachers on curriculum practices of Unique Learning system.
Create a model of SLL classroom for teachers, principals, program specialists, and other administrators in the
district.
Make walkthroughs and provide feedback to SLL teachers at their classrooms.
Facilitate professional development to teachers.
Create a school wide project that involves students, parents, teachers, and the community where special
education students create a small business with regular students applying communication, social, and math
skills in a real life setting.
Mentor a student teacher in implementation of lesson plans, IEPs, behavior intervention plans, data, classroom
management, and curriculum.
Utilize HUB for sharing teaching strategies in Unique Learning system.
Create a stimulating and motivating classroom environment in which to provide an engaging educational
program for students with special needs.
Plan a program of study that reflects accommodations and/or modifications for students with special needs in
the campus.
Prepare lessons that adapt according to the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
Assess the accomplishments of the students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.

Student Teacher
Eastwood Middle School, Ysleta Independent School District El Paso, TX

Implemented classroom management and procedures in a life skills, autistic unit, and inclusion class.
Engaged the students on average of 15 students in activities by developing new ways to teach.
Improved students progress by developing study aids.

Substitute Teacher
El Paso Independent School District El Paso, TX

January 2012 May 2012

January 2011 May 2012

Improved lesson plans, making them more interesting and motivational for the students.
Taught general, ESL, bilingual and special education students through lesson plans, classroom procedures, and
routines.
Evaluated students progress and behavior by observations, students work, and assessments.
Addressed behavioral problems within and outside the classroom through positive behavior strategies.

Education
Master in Special Education Leadership and Administration
University of St. Thomas (UST), Houston, Texas
Expected Graduation Date: May 2016
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies in Education/ EDU (PK-12): Special Education
The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP), El Paso, Texas
Major GPA 3.95/4.0
Associate of Arts Degree
El Paso Community College (EPCC), El Paso, Texas

Certifications

161 Special Education EC-12

164 Bilingual Education Supplemental
190 BTLPT- Spanish
191 Generalist EC-6
160 Pedagogy & Professional Responsibilities EC-12

Additional Information

HISD Model Teacher of SLL (Fall 2015- Present)

Unique Learning HISD Team Member(Fall 2015- Present)
Mentor for Student Council (Fall 2014-Present)
Outstanding Young Educator Award (2014-2015)
Teacher of the Year Nominee (2013-2014)

Fall 2014 - Present

May 2012

December 2010