Ami E. Bailey
Rowlesburg,WV
Summary
Dedicated Special Needs Educator with over a decade of experience providing compassionate and reliable care to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Expertise in medical terminology and procedures enhances strong communication and problem-solving skills, ensuring the development of individualized care plans that prioritize safety and comfort. Proven professional in teaching life skills, adept at creating and implementing effective lesson plans that promote student growth and independence. Recognized for reliability, clear communication, and a results-driven approach, fostering collaborative environments that adapt to the evolving needs of the classroom.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Life Skills Teacher
Soliant – Crandall ISD
10.2025 - Current
- Achieved effective classroom management for 10 life skills elementary students, including one medically fragile individual. Delivered engaging lesson plans that adhered to grade-level TEKS for all cognitive levels across subjects. Fostered strong relationships with parents, staff, service providers, and administrators through daily communication. Developed specific goals and objectives for each student to enhance learning outcomes. Directed ARD committee meetings to ensure comprehensive support for each student.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans focusing on enhancing students' life skills and encouraging self-reliance.
- Designed and applied behavior management strategies to cultivate an inclusive and supportive educational atmosphere.
- Conducted interactive workshops aimed at fostering effective communication and developing problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Facilitated training sessions for new teachers on curriculum integration and classroom management techniques to promote effective teaching practices.
- Conducted assessments of student performance via observations and provided tailored feedback to foster academic improvement.
- Intervened in crisis situations to provide counseling and support.
- Customized strategies based on individuals' goals and strengths and offered each positive reinforcement to continue progress against goals.
Life Skills Teacher
Waxahachie ISD
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Achieved effective classroom management for 7 students with low cognitive skills, enhancing life skills learning. Delivered tailored lesson plans that addressed grade-level TEKS for all cognitive levels across subjects. Fostered collaboration among parents, staff, and service providers to optimize student outcomes.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans focused on equipping students with essential life skills for greater autonomy.
- Designed and applied behavior management strategies to cultivate an inclusive and supportive educational atmosphere.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to address student needs and promote holistic development.
- Advocated for student needs by coordinating with parents and community resources for support services.
Customer Service
Concentrix
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Executed strategies to enhance customer service quality by thoroughly understanding customer needs, diagnosing issues, and providing timely resolutions.
- Managed concierge team, ensuring consistent delivery of exceptional customer service.
- Provided exceptional customer service, resolving issues promptly and ensuring satisfaction.
- Resolved escalated customer service inquiries and complaints to maintain satisfaction.
- Provided friendly, helpful customer service to over 200 customers daily.
Self-Contained Teacher
Rockwall ISD
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Achieved effective classroom management for 6 high school special education students, including 1 homebound student, resulting in improved engagement. Delivered customized lesson plans that addressed grade-level TEKS for all cognitive levels, enhancing learning outcomes. Maintained consistent communication with parents, fostering a supportive educational community. Developed measurable goals for 8 general education students, contributing to their academic success. Led ARD committee meetings, driving collaborative strategies for student development. Managed up to 3 hope students per class period, ensuring inclusive participation.
- Developed individualized education plans to meet diverse student needs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to foster a positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adapt instruction.
- Established strong relationships with parents and guardians to support student success.
- Promoted critical thinking skills by designing inquiry-based activities that challenged students to solve problems creatively.
- Served as a liaison between the school administration and the community, advocating for resources and support necessary for successful teaching initiatives.
Inclusion and Co-Teacher
Royce City ISD
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Enhanced learning experiences for special education students in general education settings, promoting curriculum comprehension. Executed tailored accommodations and modifications to support student success. Co-taught a 7th grade reading class, contributing to improved literacy outcomes. Directed ARD committee for 24 students, ensuring collaborative educational strategies.
- Collaborated with lead teacher to develop engaging lesson plans and instructional materials.
- Supported classroom management by implementing behavior intervention strategies and fostering positive student relationships.
- Enhanced curriculum delivery by integrating cross-disciplinary approaches, improving overall student engagement and performance.
- Boosted parent-teacher collaboration by maintaining open lines of communication and conducting regular meetings to discuss student progress.
Functional Academic Structured Environment Teacher
Wylie ISD
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Achieved effective classroom management for 12 high school special education students, including 3 homebound learners. Delivered tailored lesson plans that aligned with grade-level TEKS for all cognitive levels. Successfully administered the STAAR-ALT exam to students as needed. Fostered communication with parents to enhance student support. Developed individualized, measurable goals for each student in the caseload. Directed ARD committee meetings to ensure comprehensive support for each student.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards and student needs.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
Total Communication Teacher
Dallas ISD
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Achieved effective classroom management for 14 high school special education students through total communication techniques. Delivered tailored lesson plans that addressed grade-level TEKS for all cognitive levels. Successfully administered STAAR-ALT exams to ensure compliance with assessment requirements. Fostered strong parent communication to enhance student support. Developed and tracked measurable goals for each student, promoting academic growth. Directed ARD committee processes to advocate for student needs.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated classroom management strategies to promote positive student behavior.
Inclusion and Resource Teacher
Hugo, Oklahoma
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Facilitated a supportive learning environment for 3 medically fragile elementary students and 12 resource elementary students. Designed and implemented lesson plans for inclusion students while aiding resource students in achieving lesson objectives. Formulated measurable and appropriate goals for all students in the caseload.
- Developed individualized education plans to support diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to enhance instructional strategies and student engagement.
Life Skills Teacher
Dallas ISD
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Achieved effective classroom management for 10 high school special education students through total communication techniques. Delivered tailored lesson plans that addressed grade-level TEKS for all cognitive levels. Successfully administered STAAR-ALT exam to ensure compliance with assessment requirements. Fostered strong parent communication to enhance student support. Developed individualized, measurable goals for each student in caseload. Directed ARD committee efforts to optimize educational outcomes for students.
- Developed individualized lesson plans to enhance students' life skills and foster independence.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to create a positive learning environment for students.
Department Chair Teacher
Houston ISD
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Facilitated effective scheduling for high school special education students, enhancing educational access. Streamlined collection of teacher documentation on accommodations and modifications for 160 special education students, improving support strategies. Achieved successful tracking of student accomplishments in grad lab, fostering academic growth. Managed a diverse caseload of over 20 special education students through the ARD IEP process, promoting individualized education plans.
- Led curriculum development initiatives to enhance instructional quality across departments.
- Coordinated professional development programs for faculty to promote best teaching practices.
Life Skills Teacher
Houston ISD
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Achieved effective classroom management for 19-25 high school life skills students with varying cognitive levels. Delivered tailored lesson plans that adhered to modified TEKS standards across all subjects. Fostered strong communication channels with parents and educational staff to promote student success. Tracked and reported on 8 individualized goals for each student, ensuring accountability. Guided ARD committee in making informed decisions regarding student placements.
- Facilitated workshops on effective communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Mentored new teachers in curriculum integration and classroom management techniques.
Substitute Teacher
Humble ISD
08.2010 - 05.2014
- On-call to fill in for teachers when they are absent. Follow the routine and lesson laid out by the teacher.
Education
Bachelors - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Houston-Downtown
07-2013
Diagnostician Certification -
Region 10
01-2025
Masters - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
10-2020
Skills
- DIAGNOSTICIAN
- Performing formal assessments, such as written, oral, and hands-on problem-solving tests, with students who are struggling
- Observing students in a class to see their work style, behavior patterns, and reactions to teachers and other students
- Present their findings in IEP meetings In these meetings, educational diagnosticians share their findings and plans for students with teachers, school administrators, and sometimes parents
- Provide special education services if other specialists are not available, such as speech and language services and other adapted educational methods
- LESSON PLANNING
- Research, write and implement lessons based on TEKS, modified for a high school Life Skills classroom
- IEP GOAL AND OBJECTIVE IMPLEMENTATION
- Write goals and objectives for individual students based on their educational and behavioral needs
- Track progress data based on these goals and objectives
- COMMUNICATION
- Stay in constant communication with the parents/guardians of a Life Skills class, along with communicating with the specialist, administrators, and teacher assistants
- MANAGEMENT
- Management of at least 5 teacher aides Organize their schedules ie, break and lunch schedules along with which outclasses they will attend
- Participate in the hiring process of these teacher aides
- Problem-solving skills
- Self-discipline
- Self-awareness
- Client documentation
- Goal setting
- Empathy development
- Anger management
- Resilience building
- Digital literacy
- Career guidance
- Life skills counseling
- Study techniques
- Case note documentation
- Social behaviors
- Facilitating seminars
- Teamwork facilitation
- Organization
- Documenting sessions
- Identifying client goals
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Microsoft office
- Documentation skills
- Client needs assessments
- Team building
- Client advocacy
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- Maintaining client records
- Behavioral management
- Conflict resolution
- Risk assessment
- Professionalism
- Policy understanding
- Interpersonal communication
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
- Written communication
- Case file management
- Document management
- Data confidentiality
- Applied behavior analysis
Certification
- Licensed Special Education Teacher - 2013-2026
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Life Skills Teacher
Soliant – Crandall ISD
10.2025 - Current
Life Skills Teacher
Waxahachie ISD
08.2025 - 09.2025
Customer Service
Concentrix
10.2024 - 04.2025
Self-Contained Teacher
Rockwall ISD
08.2022 - 12.2023
Inclusion and Co-Teacher
Royce City ISD
01.2022 - 06.2022
Functional Academic Structured Environment Teacher
Wylie ISD
08.2021 - 12.2021
Total Communication Teacher
Dallas ISD
01.2020 - 06.2021
Inclusion and Resource Teacher
Hugo, Oklahoma
06.2019 - 12.2019
Life Skills Teacher
Dallas ISD
08.2018 - 06.2019
Department Chair Teacher
Houston ISD
08.2016 - 06.2017
Life Skills Teacher
Houston ISD
08.2014 - 08.2016
Substitute Teacher
Humble ISD
08.2010 - 05.2014
Bachelors - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Houston-Downtown
Diagnostician Certification -
Region 10
Masters - Special Education
Grand Canyon University