Allison Winter
Tehachapi,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable Substitute Teacher committed to sharing knowledge and adapting lessons to allow children to succeed. Well-educated in identifying instructional methods and materials and creating classroom environment conducive to learning.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Fresno Unified School
Fresno, CA
08.2011 - 01.2023
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
- Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
- Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Instructed special education classes using evidence-based practices.
Education
Master of Arts -
Fresno State
Fresno12-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Fresno State
Fresno, CA12-2008
Skills
- Multi-Subject Instruction
- Activity Management
- Behavior Modeling
- Parent Communication
- Activity Planning
- Discussion Facilitation
- Records Management
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Lesson Planning
- IEP Understanding
- Group Instruction
- Positive Reinforcement
- Special Education
- Video Conferencing
- Differentiated Instruction
- Instructional Technology
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Individualized Care
- Behavior Management
Certification
- Special Education Teaching Credential Moderate/Severe
Affiliations
- Unified Sports soccer and basketball coach.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Fresno Unified School
08.2011 - 01.2023
Master of Arts -
Fresno State
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Fresno State