Alisha Justice
Gulf Breeze
Summary
Passionate Exceptional Student Education Teacher with significant experience in special education. Skilled in individualized instruction and curriculum adaptation to meet diverse student needs. Demonstrated ability to foster positive relationships and create inclusive learning environments that enhance student engagement and performance. Committed to continuous professional development, adopting innovative teaching strategies and advocating for students with special needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1984
1984
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
PREK Exceptional Student Education Teacher
East Bay K-8 School
Navarre
08.2021 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement inclusive classroom strategies.
- Organized educational activities that promote engagement and participation.
- Attended professional development opportunities such as workshops and seminars related to special education topics.
- Consulted with speech therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, counselors, and other specialists on matters relating to student care.
- Instructed small groups or one-on-one sessions to address specific learning needs of students.
- Engaged families in conversations about their child's academic successes and areas needing improvement.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
- Developed individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Utilized assistive technology to enhance learning opportunities for students.
PREK Exceptional Student Education Teacher
West Navarre Intermediate School
Navarre
02.2013 - 08.2021
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Facilitated communication between parents and educational staff regarding student progress.
- Participated in professional development activities related to special education teaching methods.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans, which incorporated differentiated instruction methods for a variety of student learning styles.
- Provided specialized instruction to students with disabilities in accordance with their individualized education plans.
- Incorporated technology into the classroom to enhance learning opportunities for students with special needs.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Developed individual educational plans designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts, and phone calls.
- Enhanced students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills through hands-on activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ohio University
Zanesville, OH 08.2007 - 03.2011
East Knox High School
Howard, OHSkills
- Individualized education plans
- Assistive technology
- Differentiated instruction
- Family engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Florida Renewable Professional Teacher License PreK-3rd
- Exceptional Student Education K-12
- K-12 Reading Endorsement
Accomplishments
- Grade Level Chair
- Teacher of the Quarter
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
PREK Exceptional Student Education Teacher
East Bay K-8 School
08.2021 - Current
PREK Exceptional Student Education Teacher
West Navarre Intermediate School
02.2013 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ohio University
08.2007 - 03.2011
East Knox High School