Elisa C. Shively

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Colorado Springs, CO 80921

719-***-****

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Education / Qualifications

University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS):

Master of Arts in Special Education (2014)

Bachelor of Arts in History (2009)

Teacher Certification / License: State of Colorado (2014)

Work / Volunteer Experience

The Classical Academy: Special Education Resource Teacher - High School,

School Years 2016 – 2021.

975 Stout Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80921

Planned, developed, maintained and reviewed IEP’s; collected ESY data:

oEnsured IEP goals matched Colorado State Standards.

oFacilitated meetings with students, parents, and student’s teachers. Reached consensus regarding goals and accommodations.

Provided direct and indirect instruction to students on IEP’s

Used a variety of teaching techniques, strategies, methods, and materials for specific learning problems and/or social, emotional or behavioral problems:

oDesigned motivational strategies for at-risk learners.

oDesigned, implemented, and supported programming needed to maximize functional educational outcomes in reading, writing, math and other subjects.

Administered assessments to determine student’s educational disabilities:

oProvided nondiscriminatory diagnostic assessment of reading, writing, math, as well as other subjects.

Developed and coordinated behavior management plans.

Informed students with disabilities and their families of the outside agencies, specialists, and additional resources available to them.

Advocated for students’ needs and ensured student rights under IDEA.

Facilitated inclusion of all students.

Initiated contact with parents and served as a liaison:

oDeveloped excellent rapport with students and their parents

oKept parents informed of potential problems and worked to resolve issues in partnership.

Delivered interventions to all levels in identified areas of need with direct, explicit instruction

Provided consultation to general and special education staff, support staff, parents, and other agencies regarding programming for students with learning needs through appropriate service delivery models:

oAssisted in modifying materials and training general education teachers on curriculum modification.

Valuable, respected member of multi-disciplinary team.

oParticipated on the multi-disciplinary team to identify students with learning disabilities.

oParticipated in staff development activities

oEstablished relationships with several general education teachers and departments.

oCoached teachers on different methods of accommodation for tests and instruction.

oOpened lines of communication with teachers and departments that were previously uninvolved with Student Support Services.

Assisted other members of the Student Support Services multidisciplinary team:

oAssisted with meetings for transitioning students: Partnered with TCA Middle School Resource Teacher.

Prepared and submitted reports for the Director of Student Support Services

Established and maintained confidential records of screenings, evaluations, and progress towards goals.

Kept current on Federal and State special education laws, procedures, and district policies and procedures.

Resource to the 504 committee, as well as the Response to Intervention team.

Trained and oversaw paraprofessionals including substitutes.

Completed TCA Classical Education Orientation and Training.

Completed Woodcock-Johnson test administration training.

Attended District 20 Special Education Essentials course.

Attended workshops regarding learning disabilities and intervention techniques.

Supported TCA Athletics: Worked parking, ticket sales and concessions for football, basketball, volleyball, and women’s soccer games.

Contributed to Christmas tree and mattress fundraisers for TCA band program.

Sabin Middle School: Special Education Teacher. School Year 2015 – 2016

3605 N Carefree Circle, Colorado Springs, CO 80917

Expert ability to discern student reading, math and writing knowledge level and identify missing skills. Closed achievement gaps through research based instructional interventions

Taught 6th and 7th grade reading:

oUtilized multi-sensory methods to instill basic reading skills such as syllable types and multi-syllabic words

oIncorporated literature based on individual student reading level. Worked to improve writing and comprehension skills of varying complexity

oApplied kinesthetic methods for prescriptive reading lessons to enhance comprehension of System 44 / Read 180 curriculum

Taught 6th and 7th grade math

oEmployed multi-sensory methods to present basic and complex math skills based on grade level and individual instructional level according to Colorado Academic Standards

oReinforced basic math skills via District 11 TransMath curriculum

Delegate to the Colorado Education Association (CEA) state assembly

Worked closely with District Special Education Teacher Coach: Enhanced knowledge of District 11 Special Education teacher responsibilities, Alpine IEP System, IEP development, progress monitoring, and how to work with parents toward successful achievement of student goals.

Volunteer!

oLed math tutoring during teacher planning time: afforded coverage for colleagues when substitutes unavailable

oProvided before and after school tutoring for a variety of subjects

oAvid involvement in student peer mentoring program

Provided reassuring, safe environment whereby every student is valued and excited to learn

Queen Palmer Elementary School: Student Teacher, 1/2014-5/2014

1921 E. Yampa St., Colorado Springs, CO 80909

Taught and created lessons based on individual students’ needs

Worked individually with students to achieve IEP goals

Tested students’ progress towards IEP goals

Determined students’ area(s) of need in order to establish where testing and instruction should focus

Analyzed results of placement tests

Collaborated with teachers about interventions to use in classroom

Developed chart for students to understand needed skills to achieve proficiency on TCAP

Assisted in TCAP preparation

Created pictorial representation of positive behavior expectations

Participated enthusiastically in lunchroom duty

Assisted in creating mechanism for encouraging teachers during TCAP

Aviano Elementary School: Administrative Assistant - Special Education Department

1998-2002. Aviano Air Base, Italy

Developed new, more efficient digital filing and organizational systems

Created and sent invitations for IEP meetings to parents and teachers

Substitute teacher during IEP meetings, conferences

Maintained calendar of IEP meetings and periodic evaluations

Inputted IEP goals and objectives into database

Updated forms; converted paper forms to digital versions

Douglas Valley Elementary School: Classroom volunteer, 9/2008-8/2009

4610 E. Douglas Dr., USAF Academy, CO 80840

Assisted teacher with low-performing students in class (with reading assignments, clarifying directions or questions, book search skills)

Assisted in planning and executing class special events

Led student reading groups

Developed chart for talkative students to self-monitor disruptive behaviors

Randolph High School: Marching band booster club volunteer, 8/2003-6/2007

1225 West Perimeter Rd., Universal City, TX 78148

Participated in fundraising efforts for school dance team and marching band

Managed monetary exchanges for concessions and other fundraising events

Randolph Elementary School: Classroom Volunteer, 8/2003-6/2007

PO Box 2217, Universal City, TX 78148

Set up learning centers and provided clear direction and set expectations

Assisted in re-focusing students who lost interest during group sessions

Provided support to classroom teacher

Acted as reading buddy to students

Skills

Assessment (AIMSweb) Progress Monitoring, DIBELS Progress Monitoring, Woodcock-Johnson Test of Cognitive Abilities, PBIS, RTI, SPSS, Prezi, Collaboration, Research, Microsoft Office proficient, Computer proficiency (Windows, OSX operating systems), Office administration, Highly organized, Social media, Skilled communicator – writing, reviewing, editing, and verbal communication.

Training / Conferences

Restorative Justice Training

System 44 / Read 180

Brain Power Class

Importance of Games in the Classroom

CEA Delegate State Assembly

Digital Promise Grant Training

Colorado Department of Education SLD: Developing Number Knowledge of Students with Math-Related Disabilities

Confidential Victim Advocacy Training through TESSA

Council for Exceptional Children Conference

Awards

Daniel’s Fund Scholarship (6/2008)

Hap Arnold Scholarship (6/2008)

Peterson Air Force Base Officers’ Wives Club Scholarship (6/2008)

United States Air Force Academy Spouses’ Club Scholarship (6/2008)

Certificate of Appreciation - Queen Palmer Elementary School (5/2014)

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