Special Education Teacher resume example with 20+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA94105609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK
Home: (555) 432-1000
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Professional Summary
Enthusiastic Instructor eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills as a Faculty Adjunct. A clear understanding of implementation and course development and training. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in all education programs.
Skills
Certified Early Childhood to 12th grade Special Education Teacher
Distinguished in Disability Evaluations and Achievement Assessments
Barton Reading and Spelling System (children and adults) Dyslexia Training
Professional Development Seminars
Social Development, Transition Training
Certified Apple Teacher, Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google, Adobe, Google Classroom, Blackboard Classroom
Academic Advisement
Student Records Management, IEP, 504, Evaluation Systems, Functional Behavior Assessments, Behavior Plans, Pacing Guides, State Department Rubrics
Teamwork and Collaboration
School of Innovation and one to one technology
Work History
Special Education Teacher, 07/2012 to Current Total Education Solutions – Columbus, OH,
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals
Communicated nonverbally with children to provide comfort, encouragement, and positive reinforcement
Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS)
Delivered compelling and differentiated classroom instruction to a diverse range of developmentally challenged students
Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration
Created learning and content strategies to meet needs of mentally and physically disabled students
Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule
Collaborated with numerous departments and 40+ standard education teachers
Instructed students with Down Syndrome, Emotional Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Medical Fragile, Cerebral Palsy, Fragile X, and Specific Learning Disabilities in Reading and Math
Redirected poor behavior using positive reinforcement method, resulting in 95% decrease in tantrums in classroom
Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills both in the school and home
Developed technologies for use in the house for AMI days and to assist parents with therapy and completing classroom packets
Designed and Created Sensory Room on Elementary Campus
Collaborated and implemented Alternate Learning Environment at Elementary Level (Program Director)
Advocate/Consultant, 04/1997 to 06/2012 Medstar Health – Clinton, MD,
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
Supported individuals with legal, physical, or mental health concerns in dealing with routine needs and complex problems to obtain best opportunities available in schools and community services
Social Worker, 04/2011 to 07/2012 Catapult Learning – Bluffton, SC,
Completed detailed charts to summarize interactions with patients and booked follow-up sessions
Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations, and issues and implement services to address needs
Assessed clients for abuse and neglect to compile documentation for court reports
Supplied crisis intervention and substance abuse services to help clients in community regain control of their lives
Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan
Recommended long-term residential treatment, short-term residential treatment, and individualized and group drug counseling for clients with substance abuse issues
Communicated with program director to determine and reduce risk of self-harm and suicide
Collaborated daily with interdisciplinary treatment team to develop social work and discharge planning patient care plans
Developed Functional Behavioral Assessment and Positive Behavioral Intervention Plan to identify cause of problem behavior, formulate strategies to address behavior, and teach new behavioral skills
Wrote reports and case summaries
Explained medical care options to help families make informed healthcare decisions
Administered assessments and developed care plans for clients
Coordinated Alzheimer's Alliance Community monthly meetings
Supervised two social directors in planning and implementation of activities and programs for clients' well-being and entertainment to successfully encourage participation in social settings and outings.
Long term substitute teacher, 02/2008 to 03/2010 De Queen Public Schools – City, STATE,
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
Took over classes for 6 months, managing all classroom assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance
Studied changing regional curriculums to maintain knowledge of lesson plans for short- and long-term substitute positions
Administered standardized assessments with strict requirements and documented information in permanent records
Education
Master of Science: Administration And Supervision, Expected in 05/2021 Liberty University - Lynchburg, VA GPA:
PhD.: Education-Professional Leadership, Inquiry, and Transform., Expected in 05/2018 Concordia University - Portland, OR GPA:
17.5 hours completed before school closure and consolidation.
Master of Science: Curriculum and Instruction , Expected in 01/2014 Concordia University - Portland, OR GPA:
Majored in Inclusive Classroom (Special Education)
PhD.: Clinical Christian Counseling, Expected in 2010 International Theological Seminary - Bradenton, Florida GPA:
Emphasis in Counseling
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
Master of Arts: Clinical Christian Counseling, Expected in 2005 International Theological Seminary - Bradenton, Florida GPA:
Christian Psychology and Counseling
Codependency
Counseling for Family Violence and Abuse
Counseling for Anger
Integrated Approach to Marriage and Family Counseling
Bachelor of Science: Special Education, Expected in 1987 University of Central Arkansas - Conway, AR 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
Associate of Arts: General Studies, Expected in 1984 Frederick Community College - Frederick, MD 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
Affiliations
National Association of Special Education Teachers
American Academy of Special Education Professionals- Board Certified in Special Education
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