preschool special education teacher resume example with 19+ years of experience
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Summary
Well-rounded and passionate Early Childhood 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 Eligibility Reports and Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Skills
Excellent classroom management
In-depth knowledge of autism and other developmental disabilities
Behavioral/cognitive skills development
Competent in Smartboard technology
Motivating and reinforcing students
Social skills development
Mastery of errorless learning, sabotage, incidental teaching, behavior strategies and reinforcement, explicit instruction, structured work tasks, interactive and hands on learning, etc.
Learning style assessment
Paraprofessional/aide training on effective strategies, accommodations, and modifications.
Creating and completing informal assessments with students based on learning standards
Completing formal standardized developmental assessment for eligibility purposes and reviewing results with colleagues and parents
Planning lessons that focus on educational standards and individiualized educaiton goals for students
Developing a virtual classroom platform that was untilized during COVID and also utuilzed in the classroom during face to face instruction
Scheduling and holding eligibility and IEP meetings for students
Experience
Preschool Special Education Teacher, 08/2008 - Current Paterson School District – Paterson, NJ,
Worked with students with specialized needs to accomplish tasks and build skills development.
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.
Encouraged student interactions between children with and without disabilities
Promoted language development skills through read alouds, show and tell activities, and play coaching
Established and communicated clear objectives for lessons, units and projects to students and parents.
Developed and completed daily communication sheets on each student to facilitate students' communication skills at home
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 with Kindergarden teachers.
Eliminated learning gaps and instructed students by using teaching aids and motivational strategies.
Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
Developed individual educational plans designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
Organized and prepared instructional materials, communiqués and reports to facilitate student learning.
Modeled rule-following and kind behavior, employing behavior modification or positive reinforcement.
Observed and evaluated student performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
Developed and implemented strategies to accommodate specific disabilities and needs.
Taught basic academic lessons related to color, shape and number and letter recognition.
Communicated nonverbally with children to offer safe spaces and growth for non-verbal communication styles.
Presented information in audio-visual and interactive formats using computers, televisions, audio-visual aids and other technologies.
Conducted formal developmental evaluations to aid in determining eligibility for special education services
Completed paperwork for eligibility meetings
Lead multiple eligibility and IEP meetings
Special Education Teacher Grades 3-5, 08/2007 - 07/2008 Trussville City Schools – City, STATE,
Worked with students with moderate to significant needs to accomplish tasks and build skills and knowledge base.
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.
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 build skill and knowledge base.
Delivered specialized classroom instruction to students with developmental disorders.
Eliminated learning gaps and instructed students by using teaching aids and motivational strategies.
Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
Provided individualized assistance with Alabama Alternative Assessment standards to improve abilities.
Completed documentation on student behaviors, interventions and results.
Managed small and large student groups completing special activities focused on target areas.
Instructed students in AAA standard subject areas as well as functional life skills for academic, social, and character development.
Assessed student performance, behavior and social development and devised improvement strategies for struggling children.
Created and distributed instructional materials for group and one-on-one use.
Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster learning.
Supported intellectual, emotional and social development of students in need of extra assistance.
Met with parents about student needs to garner additional support.
Completed the AAA assessment on all of my students
Utilized curriculum with life-based approach.
Special Education Teacher K-2 , 08/2001 - 05/2007 Jefferson County Schools – City, STATE,
Worked with students with specialized needs to accomplish tasks and build skills and knowledge.
Collaborated with conventional education instructors across multiple grades 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.
Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
Supervised field trips to local parks, fire stations and zoos to develop social skills and community awareness.
Administered minor first aid to injured students and notified school nurse to render additional aid.
Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
Maintained focused, inclusive and supportive learning environments.
Promoted physical, emotional, intellectual and social development through well-planned classroom lessons, games and outside activities.
Completed documentation on student behaviors, interventions and results.
Managed small and large student groups completing special activities focused on target areas.
Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
Created and distributed instructional materials for group and one-on-one use.
Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster learning.
Collaborated with general education teachers to implement comprehensive educational plans for special needs students we shared.
Supported intellectual, emotional and social development of students in need of extra assistance.
Met with parents about student needs to garner additional support.
Education and Training
Bachelor of Science: Early Childhood Special Education, Expected in 06/2000 - Auburn University - Auburn, AL GPA: Status -
Master of Science: Early Childhood Special Education, Expected in 08/2001 - Auburn University - Auburn, AL, GPA: Status -
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