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Scott SATTERTHWAITE

Garland

Summary

Versatile Special Education and Dyslexia Certified Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dyslexia Therapist

Bussey Middle School- Garland ISD
08.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced dyslexic students' reading skills by implementing specialized teaching methods and techniques.
  • Conducted assessments to monitor progress and adjust teaching strategies as needed for optimal results.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for students to practice their skills together.
  • Implemented multisensory teaching techniques to accommodate various learning styles of students with dyslexia.
  • Maintained detailed records of student progress and achievements, informing future instruction decisions.
  • Stayed current with research on dyslexia interventions, incorporating new methods into therapy sessions when appropriate.
  • Empowered students by teaching self-advocacy skills, equipping them with tools for success in school settings.
  • Managed caseload effectively while ensuring all students received timely support and intervention services as needed.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities related to dyslexia therapies and best practices for educating individuals with learning differences.
  • Assisted in developing school-wide initiatives aimed at raising awareness of dyslexia and promoting inclusive educational environments for all learners.
  • Provided training workshops for educators on effective strategies for supporting students with dyslexia in the classroom setting.
  • Built strong rapport with both students and families through consistent communication about progress, challenges, and successes encountered during therapy sessions.
  • Utilized evidence-based practices in designing instructional materials that catered to the diverse learning needs of students with dyslexia.
  • Encouraged students to develop a growth mindset and resilience in the face of challenges associated with their learning differences.
  • Understood, used and remained abreast of best practices and therapy modalities within dyslexia field.
  • Evaluated, scored and interpreted assessments and screening measures.
  • Met federal and state regulations for licensure and certification.
  • Improved student confidence in reading and writing through personalized attention and support.
  • Developed individualized education plans for each student, addressing their specific learning needs and goals.
  • Collaborated with parents, teachers, and other professionals to ensure a comprehensive approach to dyslexia therapy.

Teacher- Fundamentals of Reading- Dyslexia

Garland Independent School District- O'Banion MS
08.2021 - Current
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Organized instruction material, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
  • Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior.

Teacher- CBSE

Garland Independent School District- Daugherty Elm
10.2019 - 06.2021
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
  • Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
  • Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
  • Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
  • Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
  • Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
  • Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
  • Designed dynamic lesson plans based on student interests to increase overall student GPA.
  • Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain cohesive school community within virtual classroom setting.

Special Education Teacher- Behavior Intervention

Dallas Independent School District- Bayles Elm.
01.2018 - 06.2019
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Organized instruction material, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
  • Instructed students in core academic areas and specialized reading groups.
  • Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
  • Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior.
  • Communicated nonverbally with children to provide comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement.
  • Created learning and content strategies to meet needs of mentally and physically disabled students.
  • Taught reading, language arts and social sciences in self-contained ED and LD classroom.

Teacher- Special Education Resource

Dallas Independent School District- Bayles Elm.
08.2018 - 12.2018
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Taught students in self-contained and resource environments.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Instructed students in core academic areas and specialized reading groups.
  • Communicated nonverbally with children to provide comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement.
  • Created learning and content strategies to meet needs of mentally and physically disabled students.
  • Organized instruction material, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
  • Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Richland College
Richardson, TX

Bachelor of Science - Child Learning And Development

University of Texas At Dallas
Richardson, TX
05.2017

Certification

CALT- Certified Academic Language Therapist

Timeline

Dyslexia Therapist

Bussey Middle School- Garland ISD
08.2023 - Current

Teacher- Fundamentals of Reading- Dyslexia

Garland Independent School District- O'Banion MS
08.2021 - Current

Teacher- CBSE

Garland Independent School District- Daugherty Elm
10.2019 - 06.2021

Teacher- Special Education Resource

Dallas Independent School District- Bayles Elm.
08.2018 - 12.2018

Special Education Teacher- Behavior Intervention

Dallas Independent School District- Bayles Elm.
01.2018 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Richland College

Bachelor of Science - Child Learning And Development

University of Texas At Dallas

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