Adam Anderson
Halifax,VA
Summary
Special Education Teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments.
Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
The Hughes Educational Center
South Boston , VA
11.2020 - 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.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
Child Care Supervisor
Beginning Today Youth Services
Halifax, VA
09.2020 - Current
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
- Oversaw safety requirements, inspection and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
- Attended professional meetings and conferences to maintain and improve professional competence.
Probation Officer
Virginia Department Of Corrections
South Boston , VA
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Built relationships with defendants and offenders, assessing living conditions and case background information.
- Transported and monitored offenders on probation and parole for compliance with court protocols.
- Supervised offenders to reduce risk to community.
- Determined appropriate supervision levels by conducting risk and needs assessments.
- Wrote progress reports and testified under oath at court hearings.
- Maintained organized offender records and documentation in compliance with department and legal standards.
- Conducted investigations into violations and other allegations.
- Maintained compliance with all legal statutes, policies, and procedures.
Casework Counselor
Virginia Department Of Corrections
Halifax , VA
09.2017 - 01.2018
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
- Identified risk and resiliency factors within individual youth, peer group, family, school and community and developed strategies for intervention
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
Correctional Officer
Virginia Department Of Corrections
Chatham , VA
08.2014 - 09.2017
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
Sunshine Mills, Inc.
Quality Assurance
Halifax , VA
01.2007 - 08.2014
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
- Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations, and compliances.
Sunshine Mills Inc.
Supervisor
Halifax , VA
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Loaded and unloaded parts to maintain high level of production.
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries.
Laborer
Virginia Carolina Paving And Grading
South Boston, VA
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
Education
Ph.D. - Advance Studies in Human Behavior
Capella University
01.2024
Master of Science - Human Behavior
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN03.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology / Sociology
Ashford University
San Diego, CA03.2014
Skills
- Data Management
- Parent Communication
- Student Records Management
- Curriculum Adjustment
- Competent in Smart Board Technology
- Skills Development
- Job Readiness Training
- Behavior Modification
- Verbal and Non-verbal Communication
- Motivating Students
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
The Hughes Educational Center
11.2020 - Current
Child Care Supervisor
Beginning Today Youth Services
09.2020 - Current
Probation Officer
Virginia Department Of Corrections
01.2018 - 01.2020
Casework Counselor
Virginia Department Of Corrections
09.2017 - 01.2018
Correctional Officer
Virginia Department Of Corrections
08.2014 - 09.2017
Sunshine Mills, Inc.
Quality Assurance
01.2007 - 08.2014
Sunshine Mills Inc.
Supervisor
01.2004 - 01.2007
Laborer
Virginia Carolina Paving And Grading
01.2002 - 01.2004
Ph.D. - Advance Studies in Human Behavior
Capella University
Master of Science - Human Behavior
Capella University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology / Sociology
Ashford University
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