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elementary ela special education teacher resume example with 20+ years of experience

Jessica Claire
  • Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK
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Professional Summary

I am an upbeat and highly capable Elementary Educator devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skilled in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.

Skills
  • Student progress reporting
  • Student records management
  • Classroom management
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Lesson planning
Work History
Elementary ELA Special Education Teacher, 08/2019 to Current
Aveanna HealthcareFarmington, MI,
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Communicated nonverbally with children to provide comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement.
  • Organized instruction material, including constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
  • Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to diverse range of developmentally challenged students.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
Special Education Process Coordinator, 08/2014 to 05/2019
Bernie R-XIII School DistrictCity, STATE,
  • Responsible for supervision of the special education process from screening through identification, IEP development, and assist in providing appropriate identification and placement of students with disabilities.
  • Assist in the implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Act, (IDEA) in accordance with district policies and procedures.
  • Supervises and coordinates special education programs, policies and diagnostic procedures. Organize and ensure completion of all evaluation reports and IEPs.
  • Conducts compliance efforts of special education K-12 through age 21.
  • Completes reviews of all special education IEP documents, ensuring compliance with District procedures, state, and federal laws; identifies areas of need within the areas of compliance and works to develop and implement programs to address those needs.
  • Initiates screening of transfer and new referral records and contacts previous school district to obtain necessary information on new students.
  • Performs and monitors evaluation and timelines to ensure appropriate student placement and programming.
  • Works with principals, department heads and other team members to facilitate the integration of all students into as many classes as possible.
    OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Attends meetings and training sessions related to special education as deemed appropriate by the Director of Special Services.
  • Maintains confidentiality and non-judgmental views of children and families served.
Elementary Special Service Teacher, 08/2003 to 05/2014
Bernie R-XIII School DistrictCity, STATE,
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Communicated nonverbally with children to provide comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement.
  • Organized instruction material, including constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
  • Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to diverse range of developmentally challenged students.
  • Created learning and content strategies to meet needs of mentally and physically disabled students.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
Paraprofessional, 08/1997 to 05/2001
Bernie R-XIII School DistrictCity, STATE,
  • Organized classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
  • Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Provided diverse assistance to teachers, including clerical support, classroom management and document coordination.
  • Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness and assign grades.
  • Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
  • Prepared instruction materials, including making copies, constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
Education
High School Diploma: , Expected in 05/1993 to Bernie High School - Bernie, MO,
GPA:
Bachelor of Science: Elementary Education, Expected in 05/2003 to Southeast Missouri State University - Cape Girardeau, MO,
GPA:
Additional Information
  • Elementary Building Representative (10 years)
  • CTA Treasurer (1 year)
  • Elementary Volleyball Director (1 year)

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Bernie High School
  • Southeast Missouri State University

Job Titles Held:

  • Elementary ELA Special Education Teacher
  • Special Education Process Coordinator
  • Elementary Special Service Teacher
  • Paraprofessional

Degrees

  • High School Diploma
  • Bachelor of Science

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