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Amelia Hinely

Monroe,GA

Summary

Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.

Flexible and caring special education professional specializes in helping Autistic Children function in the classroom environment. Customizes approaches based on individual needs and impairments. Focused on helping students build important skills for physical and mental issues impacting academic performance, social integration or physical capabilities. Compassionate in helping with struggles and adapting approaches.

Experienced education professional prepared for co-teaching role. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in classroom management, curriculum development, and effective communication. Reliable and adaptable with passion for fostering positive learning environment.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Co-Teacher

Jasper County Middle School
09.2023 - 05.2025
  • Collaborated with lead teacher to design and implement engaging lesson plans.
  • Assisted in classroom management, fostering a positive learning environment for all students.
  • Supported diverse student needs by adapting instructional materials and techniques.
  • Monitored student progress through assessments and provided constructive feedback.


Special Education Teacher

Newton County Schools
09.2012 - 05.2023
  • Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
  • Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
  • Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
  • Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
  • Led students on field trips to enhance educational programs.
  • Participated in adapted physical education activities with students to encourage overall health and instill positive routines.
  • Was the grade level chair. I assisted the Lead teacher in making sure other teachers had what they needs. And I was available to help any that had any questions about the work that they were doing.
  • I was an LEA. I had to represent the county in IEP meetings to ensure that they meetings were conducted properly. I also had to proof read IEPs before they were sent to the county office. If the IEPs needed fixing,I had to suggest how they should be fixed to keep us into compliance.
  • I wrote a grant for the school to get a sensory room for children that needed sensory breaks during the day. Our school won the grant last year.

Paraprofessional

Newton County Schools
09.1995 - 05.2012
  • Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
  • Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
  • I worked in self-contained and Gen Ed.
  • I went in the classroom with special education students to support them and help the succeed in the Gen Ed enviroment
  • Monitored students in class, hallways and cafeteria to enforce school rules.

Substitute Teacher

Newton County Schools
01.1993 - 05.1995
  • Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
  • Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
  • Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
  • Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.

Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.

Education

Special Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Mercer University
Macon, GA
05.2008

Skills

  • Compliance
  • Discipline
  • Classroom Organization
  • Student Records Management
  • IEP Case manager

Timeline

Co-Teacher

Jasper County Middle School
09.2023 - 05.2025

Special Education Teacher

Newton County Schools
09.2012 - 05.2023

Paraprofessional

Newton County Schools
09.1995 - 05.2012

Substitute Teacher

Newton County Schools
01.1993 - 05.1995

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Mercer University

Special Education

Grand Canyon University