Education Teacher Special

Bridget Carner

Educational Leader

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Skills

Microsoft Office

Ability to Multitask

Computer Skills- Google

Suite, Schoology, Google

Classroom, Canvas,

Powerschool

Ability to Work Under

Pressure

Effective Time Management

Teamwork

Communication

Fast Learner

Ability to Work in a Team

Special Education teacher

Language Arts teacher

Teacher of Students with

Learning Disabilities

Elearning

Teacher of Children with

Autism

Social Studies Teacher

Elementary General

Education Teacher

Languages

English

German

Profile

Dedicated and experienced Middle and High School Teacher with a passion for educating today's youth, and helping to support them academically, emotionally, and socially in the classroom. Adept at creating meaningful curriculum that meets all education standards and requirements, and engages the interest of students. Experienced at working with other teachers, school staff, and family members of students to ensure students receive valuable support from those around them. Experienced at creating curriculum and product knowledge as a Curriculum Specialist at Savvas Learning Company.

Employment History

Special education teacher, St. Catherine's of Siena School, Wake Forest August 2013 — June 2017

• Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs, resulting in improved educational outcomes for over K-8th grade students.

• Developed engaging lesson plans that enhanced students’ understanding and appreciation of social studies topics

• Developed a series of interactive activities that increased student engagement in language arts classes grade 6-8th.

• Facilitated meaningful discussion and critical thinking activities to develop students’ oral and written communication skills as well as reading skills. Social Studies/Language Arts/ Special Education, Resurrection Lutheran School, Cary

August 2017 — June 2021

• Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs, resulting in improved educational outcomes for students

• Collaborated with colleagues to develop and implement a school-wide social studies curriculum

• Utilized technology and digital resources to increase student engagement, resulting in a sizable increase in average test scores

• Provided individual and small group instruction to students with learning disabilities and special needs

• Developed and implemented a differentiated instruction approach that resulted in improved student engagement and learning outcomes for students in all subjects for grades k-6.

• Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for middle school language arts and social studies. resulting in improved student engagement and learning

Special Education Teacher, Mills Park Middle School, Cary August 2021 — June 2023

• Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs, resulting in improved educational outcomes for over 40 students

• Utilized various assessments to monitor student progress and identify areas of improvement

• Developed and implemented a curriculum that met the individual needs of students with learning disabilities

• Implemented cooperative learning activities that improved student collaboration and problem-solving skills

Social Studies and Language Arts Curriculum Specialist, Savvas Learning Company, Apex

May 2023 — November 2024

• Trained new and existing customers on curriculum products and how to successfully utilize Savvas curriculum in the classroom.

• Participated in industry events to promote the company’s products and services including product activation and sales presentations.

• Managed customer relationships and provided exceptional customer service before, during, and after sales, and customer activation completion Middle and High School Teacher for profoundly disabled students, Learn with the Best Educational Center and Clinic, Raleigh August 2024 — Present

• Provided academic guidance and resources to students, helping them successfully transition from high school to college while teaching social studies and language arts to middle and high school students

• Collaborated with other teachers and school staff to create a positive and supportive learning environment for all students

• Collaborated with other departments and behavior therapists to create a special education program to serve students with disabilities

• Developed and implemented a behavior management system that reduced student misbehavior in conjunction with the behavior therapists

• Incorporated real-world examples and activities that increased student understanding of key course content in both social studies and language arts as well as life skills

• Developed an innovative learning programs that improved behavioral outcomes in children with autism

Education

MASTERS OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION, Southampton College, Southampton

August 2001 — May 2003

Graduated with High Honors with A Master's of Science in Education. Bachelor of Arts in History, Siena College, Loudonville June 1997 — May 2001

Courses

Orton-Gillingham training, Kildonan School

August 2002 — August 2003

Safety Care Training, Learn with the Best School

January 2025

CPR and First Aid, Red Cross

January 2025

References

References available upon request

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