Andrea Drake
Special Education Teacher
Farmville,NC
Summary
Reliable employee seeking position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. Enthusiastic worker eager to contribute to team success through hard work, multiple different skills, attention to detail and have great organizational skills. Clear understanding of different needs for a variety of jobs and training in interpersonal skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in this work environment.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Development Therapist
Pinnacle Home Care
Greenville, NC
03.2020 - Current
- Document patient information, treatment plans and patient responses.
- Work 1-1 with a student with down syndrome on life skills and social skills
- Coordinate with boss, teacher and clients family to create the best plan and strategies to best support the client
Inclusion Counselor
Specialized Parks And Rec
Greenville, NC
06.2017 - 08.2022
- Worked one on one with kids with disabilities to provide support in a fun camp setting
- Supported kids in bathroom, meal times and during games and activities
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Trained other staff members how to provide positive behavior supports
- Consulted with other staff members regarding treatment plans as deemed appropriate by team leader.
K-5 Adapted Curriculum Teacher
Pitt County Schools
Farmville, NC
08.2018 - 06.2022
- Encouraged and worked with young students on IEP goals to develop gross motor skills.
- Established and maintained standards of behavior to create safe, orderly and effective environments for learning.
- Provided instructions to students using appropriate terminology to provide optimal support and keep individuals well-informed on changing policies and new educational materials.
- Developed IEP, BIP, FBA, and gathered data throughout the year
Autism Support Therapist
Autism Society Of NC
Greenville, NC
01.2016 - 03.2022
- Observed client behavior and collected, documented and summarized data to formulate treatment plans.
- Collaborated with treatment team and stakeholders to optimize client care by gathering information, tools and resources.
- Implemented prescribed behavioral skills training to reduce problem behavior.
- Attended training to acquire and maintain technical knowledge.
- Updated parents and caregivers on client progress to visualize client trajectory.
- Trained parents and caregivers to support client treatment and behavior reduction protocols.
- Exercised confidentiality to protect client diagnosis and treatment in compliance with HIPAA standards and regulations.
- Effectively maintained caseload of 8 sessions per week using alternative therapies.
K-2 Resource Teacher
Pitt County Schools
Greenville, NC
08.2015 - 06.2018
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Developed IEPs, BIPS, FBA, for a high case load
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
3-5 Resource and Self Contained Teacher
Pamlico County Schools
Bayboro, NC
08.2012 - 06.2015
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Created the first Adapted Curriculum Classroom at the school
- Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism.
- Completed intensive leadership training and provided training to colleagues on positive behavior supports
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Summer Camp Counselor
Camp Victory Junction
Randlemon, NC
06.2012 - 08.2012
- Cared for personal and health needs of campers with physical, cognitive and medical disabilities
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social and emotional growth.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill and developmental levels.
- Checked children prior to entering boats, canoes or kayaks to check life jacket usage and maintain overall safety standards.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching and participating with campers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Farmville Central High School
Farmville, NC 08.2004 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Science - Special Education K-8, Elementary K-6
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro NC 08.2008 - 05.2012
Skills
One-on-one sessions
Intervention planning
Documentation requirements
First Aid/CPR
MS Office
Google Workspace
Organization and Time Management
Interpersonal Communication
Clerical Support
Accomplishments
Received the Pamlico County Exceptional Children's Teacher of the Year Award.
Additional Information
References upon request
Timeline
Development Therapist
Pinnacle Home Care
03.2020 - Current
K-5 Adapted Curriculum Teacher
Pitt County Schools
08.2018 - 06.2022
Inclusion Counselor
Specialized Parks And Rec
06.2017 - 08.2022
Autism Support Therapist
Autism Society Of NC
01.2016 - 03.2022
K-2 Resource Teacher
Pitt County Schools
08.2015 - 06.2018
3-5 Resource and Self Contained Teacher
Pamlico County Schools
08.2012 - 06.2015
Summer Camp Counselor
Camp Victory Junction
06.2012 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Special Education K-8, Elementary K-6
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
08.2008 - 05.2012
High School Diploma -
Farmville Central High School
08.2004 - 06.2008