Enthusiastic Instructor eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of implementation and course development and training in special education. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in all education programs.
Skills
Certified Early Childhood to 12th grade Special Education Teacher
Barton Reading and Spelling System (children and adults) Dyslexia Training
Professional Development Seminars
Social Development, Transition Training
Structured Learning and Teaching Environment: 40 Hours; ADOS certification
Certified Apple Teacher, Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google, Adobe, Google Classroom, Blackboard Classroom
Education
Liberty UniversityLynchburg, VAExpected in 12/2020 – –Master of Science:Administration And Supervision - GPA:
Concordia UniversityPortland, ORExpected in 01/2014 – –Master of Science:Curriculum and Instruction - GPA:
Majored in Inclusive Classroom (Special Education)
University of Central Arkansas Conway, ARExpected in 1987 – –Bachelor of Science:Special Education - GPA:
Language Development in Children
Classroom Management/Behavior
Introduction to Special Education
Topics for the Elementary Teacher
Reading Strategies for the Exceptional Child
Individual Educational Planning
Evaluating the Exceptional Child
Curriculum for the Exceptional Child
Characteristics of the Exceptional Child
Evaluating the Elementary Child
Foundations in Reading
Educational Psychology
American School Systems
Frederick Community CollegeFrederick, MDExpected in 1984 – –Associate of Arts:General Studies - GPA:
Emphasis in
Human Growth and Development
Abnormal Psychology
Community Services
Adolescent Psychology
Social Issues
Introduction to Social Work and Human Services
Introduction to Counseling and Interviewing
Concordia University Portland, ORExpected in 2023 – –Ph.D.:Education-Professional Leadership, Inquiry, and Transform. - GPA:
17.5 hours completed
International Theological SeminaryBradenton, FloridaExpected in 2010 – –Ph.D.:Clinical Christian Counseling - GPA:
Emphasis in Counsiling
Families
Children
Times of Crisis
Substance Abuse and Addictions
Families of Children with Disabilities
Sick and Terminally Ill
Ethics and Legal Issues
Anger Management
Crisis Chaplaincy
Accredited with Association of Independent Christian Colleges & Seminaries
International Theological SeminaryBradenton, FloridaExpected in 2005 – –Master of Arts:Clinical Christian Counseling - GPA:
Christian Psychology and Counseling
Codependency
Counseling for Family Violence and Abuse
Counseling for Anger
Integrated Approach to Marriage and Family Counseling
Work History
Madison County Schools - Instructional Specialist Flora, MS, 07/2012 - Current
Park Nicollet Health Services - Advocate/Consultant Shakopee, MN, 04/1997 - 06/2012
Created strategies for mentally and physically disabled students
Reviewed parental reports to determine best practices in home and school settings
Observed students in classrooms and social settings to provide feedback concerning educational, emotional, social needs
Educated parents concerning Special Education Law under provisions of Individual's with Disabilities Educational Act (IDEA) 2004 and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
Consulted with parents and organizations concerning Individualized Educational Plans, results from psychological examiners, student placement, expectations
Albany Charter School Network - Social Worker Beaufort, SC, 04/2011 - 07/2012
Screened and admitted residence into nursing home care
Developed treatment plans and casework programs for an average of 100 patients each month
Completed an average of 10 therapeutic patient interviews per day
Conducted safety and risk assessments
Referred clients to social services agencies as needed
Maintained regular contact with clients and their families including visiting family homes as needed
Assessed clients for abuse and neglect and compling documentation for court and state reports
Educated clients and families about illness and contributing personal, social and economic factors
Obtained and supplied families with information about agencies for (counseling, patient rights, lawyers for estate planning, Alzheimer Alliance, senior citizen groups, etc.)
Solicited advice and guidance from senior personnel and other experts when difficult situations developed
Collaborated with Behavioral Health and Special Protection for Seniors
Assisted clients in filing for Medicaid Benefits and monitored qualification process
Trained and monitored two social service/activity directors providing social activities for residence
Coordinated community based Alzheimer Alliance monthly meetings and support group
De Queen Public Schools - Long term substitute teacher City, STATE, 02/2008 - 03/2010
Taught reading, language arts, math, science and social sciences in self-contained ED and LD classroom
Redirected behavior using positive reinforcement methods
Gave one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining group focus
Communicated non-verbally with children to provide comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement
Affiliations
National Association of Special Education Teachers
American Academy of Special Education Professionals- Board Certified in Special Education
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