Dina S. Carr

Permanent Address: Harman, WV 304-***-**** (cell) adz2fw@r.postjobfree.com

Present Address: Sumatra Avenue, Akron, OH

Objective

To obtain a position in the Special Education field in which I can use my education, relational skills, communication skills, and psychological skills to make a difference in the lives of children with special needs.

Education

BACHELOR’S DEGREE MAY 2018 LIBERTY UNIVERSITY

•Major: Interdisciplinary Studies/ Developmental Psychology and Special Education

•Related coursework: Psychological studies including Child through Geriatric Adult Development Cognate, Social, Abnormal, and Physiological Psychology, Psychology of Personality, Multi-Cultural Counseling, Behavior Modification, and Psychological Foundations of Learning. Special Education classes were in relation to Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Processing Disorders, and other intellectual disabilities, and Instructional Interventions and Theoretical Approaches.

•CERTIFICATE OCTOBER 2020 THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY

Certificate of Completion from the Intensive Pedagogical Training Institute

Training included units in teaching techniques, classroom management, and student teaching requirements for licensure in Ohio.

GRADUATE CLASSES IN SPECJAL EDUCATION

•9 Credit Hours completed Lourdes University, 2020

•6 Credit Hours completed Augustana University, 2019

•Presently enrolled in American College of Education for a master’s degree in special education

Skills & Abilities

MANAGEMENT

While Special Education is a change from co-owner and management of an electrical contracting company, I handle various duties that may be beneficial in the education field. My responsibilities include communicating with clients, arranging projects, scheduling the electricians’ corresponding schedule, discovering innovative technology and products in the field of electrical installation, records and bookkeeping, and customer service.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Intervention Specialist, Accel Schools/Constellation Schools (as a contractor) August 2022-May 2023.

January 2021-June 2021; September 2019-June 2020; February 2019-June 2019

Mild to Moderate Grades K-4: Instruction in the areas of English, Writing, and Mathematics. Created, differentiated, and implemented IEPS and instructional plans; collected, compiled, and analyzed data for quality assurance and student learning profiles; created, and administered behavior plans as well as instructed students with strategies for behavior difficulties. Conducted both small group or one-on-one services for push-in and pull-out, worked with staff and other professionals for meetings with parents (both in-person and online), and maintained and finalized all required paperwork and records to complete the IDEA process on a large caseload (18-25+ students). Worked with Title Services Coordinator to review student records for possible disability assistance and referrals for evaluation. Administered local and state testing when needed (in person). Met with school psychologist and other staff for IEP meetings and maintained all necessary paperwork to complete the IEP process according to both state and federal laws. Developed and implemented instructional plans for students in-house or online instruction via internet service. Maintained classroom for a safe, encouraging, organized, and clean environment conducive for students’ optimal learning environment. Operated standard office equipment and maintained student files.

Intervention Specialist, Imagine Leadership Academy, September 2018 to December 2018 Responsible for instruction as per IEP, compiling information and writing Individual Education Plans for students with special needs, meeting with the parents, and finalizing documents in accordance with IDEA criteria. Prepared lesson plans for individual or small group special education and implemented while monitoring efficiency of students. Created lessons plans that promoted learning in a fun and differentiated environment from the average classroom. Prepare progress reports for general education teachers and to update student's parents quarterly. Monitor and maintain records for behaviors. Maintain a classroom in a safe, organized, and clean environment. Maintain and organize student files and keep records updated. Volunteer for activities within school and extra-curricular activities. Active with PTA organization. Collaborate with all teachers and staff for providing quality education for students.

LEADERSHIP

•Worked as a Youth Leader and Sunday School teacher for many years. Handled scheduling events, lesson planning and educating teens and young adults, preparing reports for Church Board and Pastor, and financial records.

•Co-owner of an electrical contracting company. Managed the business and records partnership of a successful company for the past 20 years.

•Licensed Reverand

PERSONAL SKILLS

•Have worked extensively with related family members for the past fifteen years who have autism, sensory processing disorders, developmental delays, and intellectual disabilities. Developed strategies to aid them in daily living activities and personal care, learning processes, communication skills, social skills, and overcoming sensory issues through fun and educational activities.

LICENSES

OH-3319971 Alternate Resident License Expires June 30, 2024

WV-90-1 Long Term Substitute Permit in

4115 Multi-Categorical (LD, BD, MI) (05-AD)

4115 Multi-Categorical (LD, BD, MI) (0K-06)

4116 Autism (0K-06)

4116 Autism (05-AD)

Permit Expires June 30, 2024