Alma Frederick
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated education professional with extensive experience in supporting academic success through student sessions, customized education plans, and progress monitoring. Skilled in advocacy, data analysis, and collaboration with faculty and staff. Knowledge of disabilities and their specific educational requirements. Strong communication and customer service skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Took a long-term substitute position as a 3rd-grade teacher, planning and implementing lessons
Buder Elementary, Saint Louis Public Schools
Taught in multiple settings as a substitute teacher including pre-school, special education, and elementary level classrooms
Monroe County School Corporation, Various Placements
Supervised and Participated in Recreational Activities for Teenagers and Adults With Developmental Disabilities
Adam's Camp Adventure Camp Counselor
Supervised and participated in recreational activities for teenagers and adults with developmental disabilities
Special Education Teacher
Chicago Public School District
02.2024 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to support the needs of diverse learners.
Special Education Teacher
Special School District Of St. Louis County
08.2018 - 06.2023
- Designed and taught a social-emotional learning program for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students in the special education resource setting.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Special Education Interventionist
Therapies For Hope
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Generated and facilitated therapeutic activities and interventions for multilingual children with developmental disabilities.
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on client needs and progress.
Special Education Interventionist/ Camp Counselor
Adam's Camp
06.2016 - 07.2022
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and promoting a positive therapeutic environment.
- Modified activities and interventions as necessary to align with individual abilities while maintaining high expectations for achievement.
Taught 6th grade English Language Arts as a special educator in the co-taught setting
Hazelwood School District, North Middle School
01.2018 - 01.2022
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education/ Special Education
Goshen College
Goshen, IN05.2017
Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Inclusion Strategies
Open Communication
Student Engagement
Professional Development
- Council for Exceptional Children, Joined 2020
- National Association of Special Education Teachers, Joined 2013
- 13th Annual Grief Seminar, 2016
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Chicago Public School District
02.2024 - Current
Special Education Interventionist
Therapies For Hope
07.2021 - 07.2022
Special Education Teacher
Special School District Of St. Louis County
08.2018 - 06.2023
Taught 6th grade English Language Arts as a special educator in the co-taught setting
Hazelwood School District, North Middle School
01.2018 - 01.2022
Special Education Interventionist/ Camp Counselor
Adam's Camp
06.2016 - 07.2022
Took a long-term substitute position as a 3rd-grade teacher, planning and implementing lessons
Buder Elementary, Saint Louis Public Schools
Taught in multiple settings as a substitute teacher including pre-school, special education, and elementary level classrooms
Monroe County School Corporation, Various Placements
Supervised and Participated in Recreational Activities for Teenagers and Adults With Developmental Disabilities
Adam's Camp Adventure Camp Counselor
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education/ Special Education
Goshen College
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