Abbe Buchanan

Substituted in the main stream classrooms when teacher's were absent.

Followed plans that were left .

Maintained classroom control.

• Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
• Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
• Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
• Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
• Participated in professional development opportunities focused on new strategies for supporting special education learners successfully in the classroom.
• Improved classroom management by implementing behavior modification strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Enhanced student learning by providing individualized support and accommodations for special education students.
• Conducted assessments to monitor progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
• Implemented research-based interventions to address academic challenges faced by special education students.
• Coordinated with related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for special education students, including occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and school psychologists.
• Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in staff meetings, committees, and volunteering at extracurricular activities that supported students'' growth and development.
• Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
• Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
• Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
• Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
• Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
• Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
• Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
• Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
• Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
• Delivered efficient instruction by assisting with lesson planning and materials preparation.

• Ran the 9th to 12th Graders Summer Academic School.
• Organized all aspects of enrollment, class assignments, teachers, payroll, grades sent home, communication to parents/guardians sent home.
• Managed time efficiently by prioritizing tasks effectively and delegating responsibilities among team members.
• Utilized technology to create engaging multimedia presentations that complemented traditional teaching methods.
• Established positive relationships with students and parents through clear communication and active involvement in extracurricular activities.
• Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
• Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
• Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
• Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.