Well-rounded and compassionate Teacher & 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 (IEPs)for students with disabilities.
Skills
Educational support
Developing IEP's for Designated students
Reporting requirements
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Social integration
Individual instruction
Technology-based strategies
Behavior modification
Supervise 8 Education Assistants (para-educators)
Behavioral/cognitive skills development
Social skills development
In-depth knowledge of autism
Motivating students
Excellent classroom management
Learning style assessment
Experience
09/2019 to Current
Learning Support Teacher (Gr. 2-5)Abbotsford School District #34 – City, STATE,
Maintained focused, inclusive and supportive learning environments.
Handled diverse tasks for teachers, including clerical support, classroom management and document coordination.
Completed documentation on student behaviors, interventions and results.
Created and distributed instructional materials for group and one-on-one use.
Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster learning.
Liaised with team of professionals to implement comprehensive educational action plans for special needs and at-risk students.
Met with parents about student needs to garner additional support.
Utilized curriculum with life-based approach.
Worked with students with specialized needs to accomplish tasks and build practical skills.
Collaborated with conventional education instructors across multiple departments to optimize student learning.
Fostered positive and trusting relationships with students to increase engagement.
Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
Encouraged student empathy of others to build confidence and improve self-image.
Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
Established and communicated clear objectives for lessons, units and projects to students and parents.
Facilitated functional life skills development in students with autism through explicit instruction and repetition to entrench skills.
Delivered specialized classroom instruction to students with developmental disorders.
Transitioned students across grade levels through careful planning and preparation.
Eliminated learning gaps and instructed students by using teaching aids and motivational strategies.
Implemented specialized tests to evaluate literacy performance.
Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
09/2000 to 06/2019
Grade 1 Classrroom TeacherAbbotsfor School District #34 – City, STATE,
I have been a Primary teacher (Specifically Gr.1)/Part Time.
Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Differentiated instruction according to student ability and skill level.
Helped students build learning and study skills to achieve educational goals.
Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, quizzes, administrative updates and grading.
Monitored student progress using a variety of assessment tools and assignments to check for thorough understanding.
Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Worked outside normal hours to be available to answer parent and student questions.
Combined discipline plan with effective measures and lesson plans to increase concentration, participation and progress student accountability.
Attended and participated in department staff meetings to brainstorm ideas on RTI model and PBI methods.
Developed interesting course plans with multimedia learning tools to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students.
Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
Established and maintained safe play environment for children.
Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions.
Maintained safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
Instructed students individually and in groups, utilizing various teaching methods.
Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
Encouraged positive self-esteem and mutual respect for others while instilling joy of learning and discovery.
Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
Established and communicated clear learning objectives to foster student progress and academic performance.
Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
Utilized various types of equipment and aids to enhance learning experience.
Enhance student development by teaching behavioral, social and lifelong learning skills in addition to academic subjects.
Created fun and safe learning environment by planning age-appropriate activities and monitoring safety.
Maintained calm, positive classroom environment through gentle discipline and enthusiastic attitude to encourage learning and studying among student.
Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
Applied proactive behavior management techniques to facilitate classroom discipline.
09/1996 to 06/2000
Upper Intermediate TeacherAbbotsford School District #34 – City, STATE,
Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Differentiated instruction according to student ability and skill level.
Helped students build learning and study skills to achieve educational goals.
Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Worked outside normal hours to be available to answer parent and student questions.
Combined discipline plan with effective measures and lesson plans to increase concentration, participation and progress student accountability.
Developed interesting course plans with multimedia learning tools to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students.
Taught students to exercise problem solving methodology and techniques during tests.
Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
Attended variety of professional development workshops centered on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation and engaging learning activities.
Used positive reinforcement method to redirect poor behavior.
Met with parents to share perspectives on child's strengths and weaknesses.
09/1995 to 05/1996
Practicum TeacherAbbotsford School District #34 – City, STATE,
Worked with main classroom instructor to devise creative activities for students.
Developed and implemented lesson plans for Grade 3 and Grade 7 students/subjects.
Employed wide range of teaching techniques to enhance learning for all students.
Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Differentiated instruction according to student ability and skill level.
Monitored student progress using a variety of assessment tasks and assignments to check for thorough understanding.
Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Education and Training
Expected in 01/2010
M.D.: Masters in Adult Education & Trainning University of Phoenix - ONLINE, GPA:
Expected in 05/1996
Teacher Practicum Year: Teaching Degree Simon Fraser University - Burnaby Mt., BC CANADA, GPA:
Expected in 06/1994
B.G.S. (Bachelor of General Studies): BGS, Extended Minor in History & E.C.E. Simon Fraser University - Burnaby Mt., BC CANADA, GPA:
Early Childhood Education
Expected in
: 2 Year Transerable Degree Vancouver Community College - Vancouver, CANADA, GPA:
2 Year University Transfer coursework
Activities and Honors
-Won Teaching Excellence Award upon graduating teacher trading program plus monetary prize,
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