Amy Valade
Fort Wayne,Indiana
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher with expertise in individualized instruction, behavior management, and evidence-based assessments. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents, and specialists to meet educational needs of students. Known for reliability and adaptability, with quick capacity to learn and apply new skills.
Overview
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1
Certification
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Southwest Allen County Schools
Fort Wayne, IN
08.2018 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to diverse student needs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive student engagement.
- Utilized adaptive technology and resources to support learning objectives effectively.
- Monitored and assessed student progress, adjusting instructional methods as needed for improvement.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student achievements and challenges collaboratively.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
Special Education Coordinator
Cooperative School Services
Rensselaer, IN
08.2015 - 05.2018
- Coordinated assessments and evaluations to ensure appropriate placement of students in special education programs.
- Managed a caseload of special education students, ensuring timely completion of required documentation and IEP meetings.
- Facilitated IEP meetings by using family-centered, strength-based approach.
- Collaborated with teachers to conduct behavioral assessments and intervention plans for students.
- Prepare and maintain a variety of records, reports, and databases related to special education programs and students.
- Secured grants for innovative special education projects, bringing new learning materials and technologies into classrooms.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Managed budget allocations for special education resources, ensuring efficient use of funding to meet student needs.
Special Education Itinerant Teacher
Cooperative School Services
Rensselaer, IN
08.1998 - 05.2015
- Developed individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess and support student progress.
- Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies to enhance learning outcomes.
- Monitored and documented student performance, adjusting interventions as necessary.
- Provided training and support for classroom staff on special education best practices.
- Served as a resource for colleagues, providing guidance on accommodating diverse learners within general education classrooms.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Ball State University
Muncie, INSkills
- Individualized instruction
- Evidence-based assessment
- Classroom management
- Quality Individual education plans
- Scheduling proficiency
- Sensory integration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Inclusion strategies
- Excellent communication
- Behavior intervention plans
- Trained in CPI
- Assistive technology
Certification
- State of Indiana Professional Educator's License: Mildly Mentally Handicapped, Severe Disabilities, Physically Handicapped; K-12
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Southwest Allen County Schools
08.2018 - Current
Special Education Coordinator
Cooperative School Services
08.2015 - 05.2018
Special Education Itinerant Teacher
Cooperative School Services
08.1998 - 05.2015
Master of Arts - Special Education
Ball State University