Alyssa Baggerly
Rockville,IN
Summary
Compassionate Special Education Teacher, who enhances learning experiences for children with diverse needs.
Strengths include specialized skills in individualized education plans, effective communication, curriculum adaptation, and behavioral management strategies. Committed to providing students with firm guidelines, structure, routines and dependability to foster social and academic growth. Proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification, and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational and social success.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Functional/ED/Resource Teacher
Otter Creek Middle School
Terre Haute, Indiana
10.2014 - Current
- Provide direct instruction to small groups of students on academic and social skills, as well as behavior management techniques.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers and parents on a regular basis.
- Develop and implement instructional activities that are tailored to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Created an environment conducive to learning by using positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained accurate records related to student progress, including test scores, attendance data, behavioral reports.
- Provide guidance and support for general education teachers who are working with students receiving special education services.
- Establish and maintain dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
- Encourage student empathy of others to build confidence and improve self-image.
- Develop interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
- Incorporate interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
- Led students on field trips to enhance educational programs and Curriculum Based Instruction to work on Life Skills throughout the community.
- Enhance lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
- Advocate for the needs of the students with disabilities.
- Evaluate student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
- Enhance students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills through hands-on activities.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to develop strategies for meeting the unique educational needs of individual students.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments (FBAs) to identify the causes and functions of behaviors.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of behavior intervention plans regularly and made adjustments based on data analysis.
Behavior Specialist Teacher
Middlefork School
Danville, IL
10.2004 - 05.2014
- Implemented de-escalation protocols when necessary to help keep students safe while managing their challenging behaviors.
- Maintained accurate records of assessments, observations, interventions, and other activities related to each student's behavioral plan.
- Attended professional development workshops related to best practices in working with special needs populations.
- Facilitated the development of Individualized Education Plans for students with behavioral needs.
- Conducted Functional Behavioral Assessments, developed Behavior Intervention Plans, and monitored student progress in meeting IEP goals.
- Collaborated with school staff, parents, and administrators to ensure successful implementation of BIPs.
- Provided crisis management support for students exhibiting challenging behaviors in school settings.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss student progress, develop recommendations, and collaborate on educational decisions.
- Developed visual supports and other tools to aid in behavior modification.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students. Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Enhanced students' physical, behavioral and social skills through class activities.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Severe and Profound Licensure
Saint Mary of The Woods College
Terre Haute, IN07-2023
Master of Science - Special Education K -12 Licensure
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN05-2004
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education With Kindergarten Endorsement
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05-1995
Skills
- Emotional Support
- Transition planning
- Progress Monitoring
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Parent Communication
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
- Instructional Strategies
- Cognitive and Behavioral Development
- Differentiated Instruction
- Social Skills Development
- Motivating Students
- Lesson Planning
- Skills Development
- Student Records Management
- Progress Evaluations
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Excellent Classroom Management
- Data Management
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Curriculum Adjustments
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention
- Life Skills Instruction
- Small Group and/or Individual Instruction
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Behavior Modification
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Student Support
- Team Collaboration
- Special Education Expertise
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Functional/ED/Resource Teacher
Otter Creek Middle School
10.2014 - Current
Behavior Specialist Teacher
Middlefork School
10.2004 - 05.2014
Master of Science - Severe and Profound Licensure
Saint Mary of The Woods College
Master of Science - Special Education K -12 Licensure
Indiana State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education With Kindergarten Endorsement
Ball State University
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