Special Education Teacher

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

Supportive~Creative~Compassionate~Accommodating

Versatile and dedicated child advocate with a solid focus on the individual needs of Special Education students. Kindhearted and empathetic professional who is flexible and accommodating in the design and implementation of inspiring hands-on lessons, employing wide-ranging manipulatives and IEPs to enhance student achievement. Skilled in addressing student needs, ensuring children will thrive and develop in an adaptable educational atmosphere. Firm behavioral management techniques, possessing excellent interpersonal and communication skills to develop an excellent rapport with all members of the school community.

Areas of proficiency include:

Multidisciplinary Education Plans

Student Motivation

Team Teaching Approach

Technology Integration

Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans

Student-centered Learning Environments

Individualized Education Plans

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS

Master of Education (2011) Special Education

Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ

Bachelor of Science (1999); Psychology

Tennessee State University, Nashville, TN

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Genesis Learning Center 2010

Teacher/Counselor

• Teach emotionally disturbed and learning disabled students in a self-contained classroom.

• Design and implement curriculum and multisensory lesson plans for all subject areas.

• Participate in all aspects of IEP, conduct parent/teacher conferences to update student progress.

Metro Nashville Public School 2005 – 2009

Special Education Teacher, Resource and MIS-Conduct

Develop and implement individualized education program for each special education student. Identify and implement goals tailored to the student’s individual needs and abilities. Coordinate with parents, teachers, paraprofessionals, and various service providers that include speech, occupational or learning disabilities.

• Modeled, trained and consulted teachers on modifications and accommodations to instruction and materials ensuring diverse needs of every student are successfully realized

• Employed diverse techniques to promote active learning including individualized instruction, problem-solving assignments, and small-group work. Exercised flexibility within the classroom addressing students needs through special accommodations.

• Designed, implemented, and monitored individualized curricula, program protocols, behavior management plans, use of interventions, and data collection and graphing.

• Worked as a facilitator for social skills training.

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