Special Education Service

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Confident and capable former Teacher with 14 years of teaching in a resource environment. Skilled at blending new technologies into standard special education curriculum. Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with the challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Helpful and extensively trained in helping students with special needs. Equipped to provide appropriate learning techniques and behavioral redirection for children with learning disabilities. Caring Elementary School Teacher skilled in working with diverse student classrooms. Demonstrated success as an instructor and guide. Able to conduct both group and individual instruction with a disciplined mindset. Motivated teaching professional with experience addressing student needs and ensuring proper student development. Recognized for outstanding interpersonal, client and professional communication abilities. Experience with introducing a broad range of new content and learning styles.

Conflict resolution techniques

Identifying problems

Skill building

Experience with special-needs students

Positive reinforcement

Conflict resolution

Creative learning strategies

Student-centered learning

Positive learning environment

Effective time management

Critical thinking

Personable and outgoing

Outstanding social skills

Punctual

Active listening

Special Education Teacher, 08/2005 to 06/2018

Spring Branch Independent School District – Houston, TX Gave one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on the entire group. Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support. Redirected poor behavior using the positive reinforcement method. Established a safe play environment for the students. Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with the master schedule. Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.

Organized instruction material, including constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas. Physically and verbally interacted with students throughout the day. Attended monthly staff training sessions.

Instructed students with disabilities, including Cerebral Palsy, Learning Disabilities, Emotional Disturbance, ADHD, Autism and Nonverbal.

Designed and implemented a point system to encourage positive behavior. Created strategies to meet the needs of mentally and physically disabled students. Communicated nonverbally with children to provide them with comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement.

Planned and executed activities to promote social skills and behavior management. Collaborated with teachers and administrators to discuss the academic needs of students. Modified the general education curriculum for special-needs students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies.

Documented student attendance and progress towards goals. Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction. Offered constructive feedback to minors under care regarding specific actions, behaviors and words. Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support. Met with parents to resolve conflicting educational priorities and issues. Server Trainer, 12/2001 to 07/2005

Pappy's Cafe – Houston, TX

Moved and arranged tables, chairs and place settings and organized seating for groups with special needs. Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about the restaurant's menu and products. Bussed and reset tables and kept dining room and work areas clean. Upheld highest standard for cleanliness of glass and silverware. Processed credit cards, checks, gift cards and coupons. Assisted in cashiering and Point of Sale (POS) system procedures during busy hours. Followed all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage to uphold proper health standards.

Filled in by showing guests to their tables when the hostess was on break. Motivated and disciplined employees according to established requirements. Delivered quality service by providing a warm and welcoming environment. Continually monitored dining rooms for seating availability, service, safety and well-being of guests. Observed tables to promptly respond to requests and refill beverages. Supervised, trained and developed team members in accordance with company policies and procedures. Assisted co-workers whenever possible.

Guided guests through menus while demonstrating thorough knowledge of the food, beverages and ingredients.

Received frequent customer compliments for going above and beyond normal duties. Consistently provided professional, friendly and engaging service. Ensured compliance with relevant regulatory employment rules and standards. Offered enthusiastic and personable service to all customers. Maintained an atmosphere of enthusiastic customer service. Effectively listened to, understood and clarified guest concerns and issues. Provided friendly and attentive service.

Upheld standards of cleanliness, food handling and safety. Assisted with guest inquiries, take-out orders and restaurant cleanliness. Proactively prepared for large parties and reservations, anticipating planning and staffing needs. Demonstrated genuine hospitality while greeting and establishing rapport with guests. Resolved guest complaints quickly and efficiently. Associate of Arts: Recreation Administration, 2002 Southwest Texas State University - San Marcos, TX

Received a Track scholarship to attend as an athlete Alternative Certification Program for Teachers, 2005 ACT-Houston - Houston, Tx

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