Social Studies Special Education
Resume:
Lyvette Marsh
Educational Instructor/Reading Interventionist K-12
Contact
Address
Locust Grove, GA, 30248
Phone
********@*****.***
Skills
Curriculum development
Leadership development
Special education
Group and individual instruction
Lesson Planning
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Decision-Making
Classroom Management
Lesson plan implementation
Proctoring
Social studies teaching
MAP testing and data
Experienced education professional with high standards and strong focus on results. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and fostering positive learning environment. Valued for team collaboration, adaptability, and reliability. Known for engaging teaching methods, effective communication, and nurturing student growth.
Work History
2024-11 - Current
Social Studies Teacher/Reading Interventionist
Henry County Schools, McDonough, GA
Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
Utilized various assessment tools to measure student growth consistently, providing valuable data for instructional decision-making purposes.
Taught science and history.
Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
Assessed and improved lesson plans through implementation and experimentation.
Addressed consistent behavior problems with students, parents and senior staff.
Offered supplemental and individualized instruction for at-risk and struggling students.
Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering open communication with students and parents.
2023-08 - 2024-11
Social Studies/Instructional Resource Teacher K-12
IDEA Public Schools, Jacksonville, FL
Supported struggling learners through targeted interventions, leading to increased academic achievement and confidence.
Administered and graded tests, homework and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
Organized learning resources and classroom environment to facilitate positive learning experience for over 50 students.
Communicated with parents and faculty to develop strong sense of collaboration between teachers, students and parents.
Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety, and security.
Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Supported struggling learners through targeted interventions, leading to increased academic achievement and confidence.
2011-09 - 2022-06
Special/General Education Teacher
Chicago Public School District, Chicago, IL
Taught 33 students with physical and cognitive disabilities and General education students (K-12 grades)
Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and schools
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Encouraged SPED students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.
Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
1998-09 - 2011-09
Assistant Director of Admissions
Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago, IL
Collaborated with academic departments to develop program-specific recruitment strategies, resulting in higher enrollment numbers.
Organized successful open house events that showcased campus facilities and programs, attracting a larger pool of potential applicants.
Mentored 150 students, offering advice and support on topic selection, appropriateness and academic value.
Established partnerships with local high schools and community colleges to promote transfer opportunities, increasing incoming transfer student numbers.
Helped students with initial adjustment to university academic life and interpreted institutions policies and requirements.
Coordinated annual scholarship competitions that attracted highly qualified applicants while also providing financial assistance to deserving students.
Conducted academic advisement services for students on reoccurring basis to maintain educational progression
Maintained close communication with admitted students throughout the enrollment process, ensuring a smooth transition into their first year at the university.
Education
1990-09 - 1995-05
Bachelor of Arts: Mass Communications
Northeastern Illinois University - Chicago, IL
2018-09 - 2020-07
Master of Arts: Curriculum And Instruction
Concordia University - Seward, NE
Accomplishments
WLFD-FOX News Successful Internship in 1994 and 1995
Increased effectiveness of intervention program by developing key improvement strategies.
Enhanced student learning with active learning.
Reduced performance lags by developing strategies that proactively targeted high school senior students.
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