Special Education High School

Professional Summary:

Special Education Teacher with experience supporting diverse learners with individualized instruction.

Education & Certifications:

Certification in Special Education, City University, Seattle, WA

M.Ed., Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ

B.A. Communication, Washington State University, Pullman, WA

WA & Arizona Special Education Certification Residency Teacher Certificate (Secondary ELA) Substitute Certificate

Experience:

Special Education Teacher/ELA Co-Teacher

Valley Vista High School, Dysart Union School District, Aequor, Phoenix, AZ 2024

Develop and implement IEPs, tailoring instruction to meet diverse learning needs.

Co-teach ELA, modifying curriculum and assessments for individualized student success.

Utilize data-driven instruction to improve student engagement and performance.

Special Education Teacher/ELA 12 Co-Teacher

Eastlake High School, LWSD, Redmond, WA 2019-2023

Developed & implemented IEPs, improving student literacy and engagement.

Co-taught ELA, adapting curriculum and assessments to student needs.

Introduced differentiated instruction strategies to enhance learning outcomes.

Long-Term Special Education Substitute Teacher

West Seattle HS & Rainier Beach HS, Seattle SD 2018-2019

Delivered specialized instruction aligned with IEP goals.

Implemented behavioral strategies to improve engagement and comprehension.

High School Language Arts Teacher

Hazen High School, RSD 2017-2018

Designed & delivered ELA curriculum, increasing reading comprehension by 15%.

Differentiated instruction for varying academic levels.

Language Arts Teacher/Student Teacher/Substitute

Estrella Foothills HS, Buckeye Union HSD, AZ 2015-2017

Mentored students in writing & analytical skills.

Developed classroom management strategies for a positive learning environment.

Skills & Expertise:

IEP Development & Implementation

Differentiated Instruction

Classroom & Behavior Management

Trauma-Informed Teaching

Positive Behavioral Interventions (PBIS)

Differentiated Instruction & UDL

References: Available upon request.

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