Abigail Foster
Durham,NC
Summary
A passionate teacher with a proven track record at WCPSS, specializing in IEP and BIP implementation and enhancing parental involvement. Excelled in creating educational strategies for neurodiverse students and fostering parent-teacher collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in communication strategies and motivating students, significantly improving learning outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Autism Support Teacher
WCPSS
07.2023 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
Self-Contained Special Education Teacher
WCPSS
12.2020 - 06.2023
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
1:1 Support
Monarch Behavioral Health
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Worked 1:1 with adults with disabilities out in the local community
- Created projects for Monarch to help adults with disabilities gain new skills
- Collect data on goals for the adults in the program
Camp Counselor
Autism Society of North Carolina
05.2017 - 10.2019
- Worked with children and adults of varying ages, interest, skill, and developmental levels on the Autism spectrum
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Led groups of children and adults safely through variety of camp activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education K-12
University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Pembroke, NC11-2020
Skills
- Parental involvement
- Data collection
- Communication strategies
- Transition planning
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Motivating students
- Parent-teacher collaboration
Timeline
Autism Support Teacher
WCPSS
07.2023 - Current
Self-Contained Special Education Teacher
WCPSS
12.2020 - 06.2023
1:1 Support
Monarch Behavioral Health
10.2019 - 03.2020
Camp Counselor
Autism Society of North Carolina
05.2017 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Science - Special Education K-12
University of North Carolina At Pembroke
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