Experienced Teacher with over 22 years of experience in business and teaching. Excellent reputation for resolving problems, improving customer satisfaction and ability to adapt to new technology.
Skills
Public Relations
Motivational Skill
Troubleshooting
Flexible & Adaptable
Computer proficiency
Excellent communication skills
Work History
Special Education Teacher, 09/2017 to 02/2019 Re-1 Valley School District – Sterling, CO,
Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
Assessed and documented student progress with established goals in Excel
Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
Received award "You Make a Difference" by helping students improve academically, emotionally and socially through developing a Sensory Room
Lead Teacher provided supervision, training, and quarterly evaluations for Teacher Assistants
Negotiated community services for at-risk-students
Adhere to timelines, daily priorities and plan for emergencies
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excell, PowerPoint Chrome Book and all office equipment
Prepare and maintain statistical reports monthly, daily and quarterly
Used specialized software programs such as Synergy and assistive devices to further goals.
Communicate with supervisors, teachers, staff, parents by e-mail, face-to-face meetings and Webex meetings.
Extensive negotiation skills to develop a resolution between student/parent conflict
Insure student's rights and regulations are enforced according to Virginia Department of Education policy
Maintain classroom yearly activity/supply budget usage and submit reports
Ability to remain calm and professional when dealing with angry parents from a diverse population
Interview parents and professionals to gather information in developing resolution for volatile student behaviors
Special Education Teacher, 03/2002 to 06/2017 Re-1 Valley School District – Sterling, CO,
Lead teacher responsible for instructing students ID, SD, and ED
Supervise and delegate responsibilities to Teaching Assistant and School Community Trainer
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Conduct Safety Training classes
Collect data and submit reports on students' progress and enter in school computer system
Conduct vocational training for students
Public Relations representative for yearly Special Olympic project
Soliciting business to participate in Vocational Training Project
Coordinate student placements in stores for job training
Serve as Public Relations representative at community locations for SECEP Job Fairs
Created training CD for Vocational Training Program in SECEP
Use school computer systems to adhere to report, lesson plan, and activity deadlines
Coordinate graduation ceremonies for student and staff
Nominated for "Teacher of the Year" award in 2016
Instructor, 09/1994 to 12/1999 Rapid Global Business Solutions, Inc – Dayton, OH,
Conducted self-improvement modeling classes for children, teens and adults
Documented attendance, participation and progress.
Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
Interviewed potential new customers
Collect fees and submitted daily and weekly reports
Maintained professional calm, reassuring manner when resolving parent's complaints.
Adhered to agency policy regarding billing errors and questions about the fees
Used computer to schedule photo shoots, schedule upcoming classes and ordering office material
Organize and participated in agency's job fairs at local businesses
Developed Career Day presentation at local high schools
Conducted public relations canvasing at trade shows
Showcased client's products at home improvement centers for agency
Coordinated recognition events for graduates
Public speaking presentations for agency
Scheduling modeling assignments and communicating with clients on behalf of agency
Maintain professional, informative manner when representing the agency
Follow agency's policy regarding refunds and billing questions
Communicate in writing, telephone calls and face-to-face with clients and vendors
Education
Master of Science: Education, Expected in 06/2005 Cambridge College - Chesapeake, VA, GPA:
Bachelor of Science: Early Childhood Education, Expected in 12/2001 Old Dominion University - Norfolk, VA GPA:
Associate of Science: Education, Expected in 05/1999 Tidewater Community College - Virginia Beach, VA, GPA:
Certifications
Active teaching license with Virginia Department of Education until June 2030
Emergency First Aid & AED, CPR certification until June 2022
Certificate received for Virginia Department of Social Services Mandated Reporter training and Child Abuse and Neglect Required Training Certificate
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