Alexajo Webster
Morgantown,WV
Summary
Friendly and energetic Preschool Special Education Teacher with nine years experience in early childhood education. Motivated to help children develop social, academic and creative abilities to foster well-being and progress. Well-versed in developmental milestones and activities to promote curiosity and engagement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Special Education Teacher
Monongalia County Schools
08.2016 - Current
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Coordinated with school administrators and support staff to provide comprehensive services that addressed the whole child''s developmental needs-academically, socially, emotionally, and physically.
- Assessed student achievement through data analysis and maintained appropriate documentation for school-based and individual reporting purposes.
- Established safe play environment for students.
- Implemented positive discipline strategies to manage student behavior and build relationships.
- Implemented behavior management techniques tailored to meet the specific needs of each student, promoting a positive learning environment conducive to academic success.
- Prepared, scheduled and led IEPs to provide right help to meet child's present needs.
- Incorporated sensory strategies into daily routines to promote self-regulation and increase focus during instructional time.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education, enhancing the quality of instruction provided to students.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Promoted early literacy skills by incorporating phonics-based instruction into daily reading activities and exposing students to a variety of age-appropriate literature.
Teacher
Amplify Children's Academy
08.2015 - 07.2016
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Education
Master of Arts - Multi-Categorical Special Education K-Adult
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV12.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education/ Preschool Special Needs
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV12.2015
Skills
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Student Records Management
- Parent Communication (Remind & Seesaw)
- Differentiated Instruction
- IEP development
- WEVIS 20
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Assessment Strategies
- CPR and First Aide Certified
- Safety Care Certified
- Data Management
Certification
-Pre-Kindergarten Education (Praxis 5531)
Timeline
Preschool Special Education Teacher
Monongalia County Schools
08.2016 - Current
Teacher
Amplify Children's Academy
08.2015 - 07.2016
Master of Arts - Multi-Categorical Special Education K-Adult
West Virginia University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education/ Preschool Special Needs
West Virginia University