Alethia Collins
Oak Park,IL
Summary
Enthusiastic Special Education Teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching diverse learners.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher
Oak Park And River Forest High School
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive learning environment for all.
- Collaborated with experienced teachers to develop effective strategies for classroom management.
- Implemented positive behavior interventions and supports to promote a positive learning environment.
Paraeducator
Oak Park & River Forest High School
06.2017 - 01.2024
- Reinforce lessons presented by teachers by reviewing material with students one-on-one or in small groups
- Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction in various subjects.
- Improved student social skills through facilitating peer interactions, modeling appropriate behaviors, and promoting empathy among classmates.
Special Education Classroom Assistant
Chicago Public Schools
08.2009 - 06.2017
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Provided one-on-one support for students requiring additional assistance in academic or social-emotional areas.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Chicago State University
Chicago, IL05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, IL05.2009
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Test Administration
- Curriculum Planning
- Collaborative Teamwork
Certification
- Substitute Teacher's License
- CPI Certification
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Student Teacher
Oak Park And River Forest High School
01.2024 - 05.2024
Paraeducator
Oak Park & River Forest High School
06.2017 - 01.2024
Special Education Classroom Assistant
Chicago Public Schools
08.2009 - 06.2017
Master of Science - Special Education
Chicago State University
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Southern Illinois University Carbondale