Alda May Cooper

Special Education Teacher

Evans,GA

Summary

Versatile Special Education 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

years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Consultant

Grace Jones Daycare Center

07.2013 - Current

Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
Oversee staff
Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.

Education

Reading Specialist

CSRA RESA, Dearing, GA

2010

Master of Arts - Special Education

Cambridge College, Cambridge, MA

2008

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership

Troy University, Troy, AL

2003

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Augusta State University, Augusta, GA

2001

Skills

Reading Specialist
Group Activities
Behavioral Guidance
Team Collaboration
Instructional Leader
Differentiated Instruction

Educational Support
Instructional Techniques
Enrichment Programs
Reading Comprehension
Student Achievement
Classroom Management Techniques

Timeline

Special Education Consultant - Grace Jones Daycare Center

07.2013 - Current

CSRA RESA - , Reading Specialist

Cambridge College - Master of Arts, Special Education

Troy University - Master of Arts, Educational Leadership

Augusta State University - Bachelor of Arts, Sociology