Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Lyons Upper Elementary School, adept at implementing behavior management strategies and fostering parent engagement. Skilled in developing individualized lesson plans and tracking student progress, I excel in creating supportive learning environments that promote student confidence and success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Lyons Upper Elementary School
Lyons
07.2017 - Current
Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
Organized field trips or community experiences to enhance learning opportunities for special education students.
Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
Teacher
Vidalia City Schools
Vidalia
07.2015 - 06.2017
Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
Pre-K Teacher
Toombs County Headstart
Lyons
07.2010 - 05.2015
Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
Set guidelines for teacher performance and lesson planning and oversaw compliance with established procedures.
Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
Observed children to record development.
Assessed student progress through observation, documentation, and portfolio review.
Education
Specialist - Special Education
Columbus State University
Columbus, GA
05-2023
Master of Science - Masters in Education
Columbus State University
Columbus, GA
05-2017
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Brewton Parke College
Mount Vernon, GA
05-2010
Skills
Behavior management
Communication strategies
Parent engagement
Data tracking
Problem solving
Conflict resolution
Behavior intervention plans
Parent communications
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Lyons Upper Elementary School
07.2017 - Current
Teacher
Vidalia City Schools
07.2015 - 06.2017
Pre-K Teacher
Toombs County Headstart
07.2010 - 05.2015
Specialist - Special Education
Columbus State University
Master of Science - Masters in Education
Columbus State University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Brewton Parke College
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