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INTERRELATED SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher focused on meeting student academic and emotional needs. Compassionate and caring with the capability of delivering personalized, hands-on support and lessons targeted on specific learning needs and strengths. Able to leverage strong communication skills and a patient nature to provide positive reinforcement in team-based, structured environments.
Skills
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Experience
Sunrise Residential Treatment Center | La Verkin , UTInterrelated Special Education Teacher08/2018 - Current
- Eliminated learning gaps and effectively instructed students by developing IEPs and using wide variety of teaching aids and motivational strategies.
- Developed Individual Education Programs (IEP) to establish student outcome goals and define educational strategies; leveraged developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Fostered relationships with students to increase engagement, and periodically reported student progress to parents/guardians and school leadership.
- Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
- Organized and prepared instructional materials, communiqués, and reports.
- Developed individual educational plans (IEP) designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
- Supported Special Education department by compiling paperwork and taking detailed meeting minutes.
- Handled all delegated tasks, including Lead Special Education Teacher and progress monitoring.
- Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal recordUnderstands and implements IDEA driven compliance timelines.
- Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
- Demonstrates an understanding of the curriculum, subject content, pedagogical knowledge and the needs of students by providing relevant learning experiences.s, IEP goal progress monitoring, etc).
- Demonstrates an understanding of inclusive programming and instruction in the regular education setting and direct instruction in the pull out setting.
- Exhibits professionalism in all job related situations; follows professional ethics in all work related activities.
- Accounts for student attendance and punctuality; directs the conduct of students in accordance with policies at all times; takes all reasonable measures to protect students' health and safety.
- Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures.
Meets certification and accreditation standards. - Seeks to improve through professional development and evaluation activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.
Muscogee County School District | City , STATESecondary History Teacher08/2014 - 07/2018
- Designed lesson plans, course handouts and homework assignments based on textbook material and coursework.
- Taught U.S History and World History to audience of more than 150 students each semester.
- Maintained strong knowledge and memory of important history dates, locations and events.
- Supported departmental program development, curriculum planning and committees with subject matter expertise and solid educational background.
- Maintained ethical standards and status as role model to students by adhering to professional ethics at all times when presenting lessons and interacting with students.
- Presented lectures to General education and Special Edcuation students and engaged groups by designing interactive presentations and asking questions relevant to history lessons.
- Advised parents and/or legal guardians of student progress.
- Adhered to local school procedures and regulations in a supportive manner; demonstrated loyalty to the school and its leadership; avoided behaviors which detract from staff morale; worked cooperatively with colleagues and the community; promoted a positive school environment that enhances student learning; helped maintain a positive and cooperative climate.
- Assessed student needs, progress, expectations, goals, etc.
- Collaborated with school personnel, parents, and various community agencies.
- Demonstrated prompt and regular attendance.
- Demonstrated methods required to perform assignments to provide effective school program and address needs of individual students.
- Exhibited professionalism in all job related situations; followsed professional ethics in all work related activities.
- Accounted for student attendance and punctuality; directed the conduct of students in accordance with policies at all times; took all reasonable measures to protect students' health and safety.
- Followed all county, state, and federal policies and procedures.
- Met certification and accreditation standards.
- Soughg to improve through professional development and evaluation activities.
- Performed other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.
Muscogee County School District | City , STATEMiddle School Social Studies Teacher,8th/6th Grade Teacher07/2006 - 07/2014
- Assessed student progress with course material through routine quizzes, final examinations and standardized assessments.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
- Administered tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and knowledge of course materials.
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for all students.
- Coordinated materials and instructional plans for immersive activities exploring Social Science concepts.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Improved child-bonding skills by coordinating IEP meetings and family conferences.
- Conferred with specialists to support needs of students with Individualized Educational Plans.
- Met with parents to share perspectives on child's strengths and weaknesses.
- Graded tests and papers and uploaded all grading information to district system using Infinite Campus.
- Used positive reinforcement method to redirect poor behavior.
- Delivered clear, informative lectures on subject matter framed to meet state standards.
- Explored different avenues of learning with students to help each prepare for later educational environments.
- Evaluated submitted assignments for clarity and skills, assigned grades and discussed results with struggling students to enhance understanding of course objectives.
- Worked with average of 25 students per class.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Facilitated activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Communicated objectives for all lessons, units and projects to students and parents in clear and effective manner.
- Attended variety of professional development workshops centered on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Employed numerous assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.
Education and Training
Columbus State University | CityDoctor of Education in Curriculum And Instruction
- Started classes did not complete degree.
Columbus State University | City, StateMaster of Arts in Middle Grades Education07/2008
Columbus State University | City, StateMaster of Science in Public Administration05/2002
Columbus State University | CityBachelor of Science in Criminal Justice08/2000
Columbus State University | CityAssociate of Applied Science in Crimininal Justice08/1997
Activities and Honors
- Teacher of the Year, 2012
- Member, Georgia Association of Educators
- Member, National Educator Association
Certifications
- SP ED General Curriculum (P-12), Consultative
- SP ED Science Cognitive Level (P-5, 4-8)
- SP ED Social Science Cognitive Level (p-5, 4-8, 6-12)
- History (6-12)
- Middle Grades Social Sciences (4-8)
- Middle Grades Science (4-8)
- Gifted In-Field
- ESOL Endorsement
- Coaching Endorsement
- Teacher Support and Coaching Endorsement
Accomplishments
- Social Studies Department Chair 2009-2013
- Teacher Advisory Committee 2009-2012
- Member of Leadership Team Baker Middle School 2010-2013
- 8th grade team lead 2008-2009
- 6th grade team lead 2012-2013
- Student Achievement Lead Teacher (SALT) 2009-2013
- Data Team Member 2010-2013
- Member of Leadership Team Spencer High School 2015-2016
- Graduation Team Leader 2019-present
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School Attended
- Columbus State University
Job Titles Held:
- Interrelated Special Education Teacher
- Secondary History Teacher
- Middle School Social Studies Teacher,8th/6th Grade Teacher
Degrees
- Doctor of Education in Curriculum And Instruction
Master of Arts in Middle Grades Education
Master of Science in Public Administration
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
Associate of Applied Science in Crimininal Justice
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