Well-rounded and compassionate 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 for students with disabilities.
Skills
Behavior Modifications
Lesson Planning
Classroom Management
Curriculum Adjustments
Learning Style Assessments
Admission, Review and Dismissal Process
In-Depth Knowledge of Autism
Behavioral/Cognitive Skills Development
Parent Communication
Individual Education Plans IEPs
Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
Social Skills Development
Competent in Smartboard Technology
Material Selection
Job Readiness Training
Data Management
Head Teacher Support
Instructional Strategies
Faculty Coordination
De-escalation Techniques
Progress Evaluations
Skills Development
Excellent Classroom Management
Motivating Students
Relationship Building
Crisis Prevention and Intervention
Experience
08/2016 to Current
Special Education Teacher/Department HeadCherry Hill Public Schools – Cherry Hill, NJ,
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 maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
Facilitated student operation of augmented communication devices.
Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district-wide assessments.
Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
08/2012 to 06/2016
Special Education TeacherKaty Independent School District – City, STATE,
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.
Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
08/2011 to 06/2012
Self-Contained Special Education TeacherPasadena Independent School District – City, STATE,
Encouraged student empathy of others to build confidence and improve self-image.
Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
Education and Training
Expected in 03/2018 to to
Principal Certificate: Educational Administration Lamar University - Beaumont, TX GPA:
Expected in 05/2008 to to
Master of Arts: Special Education University of North Texas - Denton, TX GPA:
Completed 12 hours of Graduate Level Courses as a Specialist in Behavior.
Completed 12 hours of Graduate Level Courses as a Specialist in Transition.
Expected in 05/2006 to to
Bachelor of Arts: Clinical Psychology The University of Texas At Arlington - Arlington, TX GPA:
Expected in 05/2002 to to
Associate of Arts: Early Childhood Education Grayson College - Denison, TX GPA:
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