Andrea Perun Winkler
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Hopkins Public Schools
Hopkins
08.2021 - Current
- Develops lesson plans and instructional materials; provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil
- Teaches district-approved curriculum
- Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences
- Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere
- Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and in a timely fashion prepares progress reports
- Communicates this information regularly with parents
- Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans
- Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student
- Maintains a professional day, as defined by school building and contract
- Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, e-mails, and conferences
- Plans and coordinates the work of paraprofessionals and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips
- Works in a supportive and collaborative manner with colleagues and supervisors
- Maintains and improves professional skills by participating in building and department meetings, formal coursework, workshops and seminars to stay current with best teaching practices
- Participates in a personal professional goal-setting process on a regular basis
- Utilizes assessment and evaluation for the purpose of developing IEP goals and aligning instruction to the individual student needs in a special education classroom setting
- Collaborates with regular education teachers in the development of modified and accommodated curriculum to promote student access to the mainstream classroom setting
- Promotes and supports the overall mission of the District by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment
Special Education Teacher
Hopkins Public Schools
Hopkins
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Company Overview: Transition Plus is a community-based program for students ages 18 - 22
- Provide instruction in strategies to support students in developing post-secondary, independent living, community engagement and social emotional skills for success
- Demonstrate current knowledge of various forms of assistive technology to support students in accessing the appropriate tools for efficiency
- Instruction is provided on-site in the classroom and in the community
- Teach curriculum aligned with the National Transition Standards
- Develop and demonstrate culturally responsive practices that lead to equitable outcomes for all students, particularly those groups of students that are over-represented in special education
- Demonstrate proactive response to support students with emotional regulation difficulties
- Employ high expectations for students using a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media
- Collaborate with others to plan, teach and support students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment
- Advocate for students with disabilities to ensure high levels of achievement
- Promote and develop strong communication and collaboration with staff, parents, and other professionals
- Transition Plus is a community-based program for students ages 18 - 22
Special Education Teacher
Connections Academy
- Manage and provide instructional guidance, virtual teaching and general strategies for a caseload of students requiring direct and/or indirect services
- Develop, write, implement, and monitor IEPs and 504 plans
- Monitor student progress, complete report cards and conduct parent conferences
- Communicate regularly with student’s IEP team, including; parents/learning coaches, related service providers, and other school staff to ensure their IEP goals are being met, and that their needs are addressed in a timely and appropriate fashion
- Provide direct services to students, including services delivered through web-conferencing software, as needed
- Schedule, organize and conduct IEP related meetings in a virtual environment, as needed
- Participate in the school’s Student Support Team; help teachers and learning coaches develop and implement program modifications and strategies for all students
- Assist, as needed, with the organization and proper implementation of all paperwork, documentation and procedures for the IEP process
- Assist with the coordination of related service providers as mandated by their IEPs
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the school’s Learning Management System and special education software
- Assist with administering state testing and coordinate the special adaptations that are required based on the IEP
Special Education Teacher
Roseville Public Schools
Roseville
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Company Overview: Central Park Elementary
- Developed and implemented personalized learning plans for students in a variety of disability areas including EBD, SLD, DCD, ASD, and OHD
- Transitioned to fully remote Distance Learning Program during pandemic, using Zoom, Seesaw, Google Classroom platforms
- Collaborated with grade-level classrooms during regular meetings, ensuring student and teacher needs were being met
- Managed and mentored a group of 5 paraprofessionals
- Worked alongside fellow special education teacher, developing and implementing daily lesson plans for individual students
- Central Park Elementary
Special Education Teacher
St Paul Public Schools
St Paul
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Company Overview: Parkway Middle School
- Developed and implemented daily lessons for 6th-8th grade students in Math, ELA, and social skills
- Utilized MN State Math Standards to create grade level math lessons
- Co-taught English Language Arts and Math
- Managed and guided paraprofessionals, encouraging both personal and professional growth
- Maintained up-to-date records and data required by law and established through policies and procedures
- Participated in weekly meetings to analyze data, assess instruction, and plan creative, hands-on lessons to further students' understanding of Math and Reading/Language Arts content
- Developed and nurtured strong relationships with students and families through advisory, planning daily activities, tracking student progress, and generating action plans for struggling students
- Parkway Middle School
Special Education Teacher
Moundsview Public School District
Moundsview
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Company Overview: St
- John the Baptist School
- Collaborated in conjunction with teachers and parents to build student learning and development plans
- Participated in student assessments both formally and informally using WJIV, Brigance, and CBM’s
- Communicated effectively with young children and adolescents to encourage social growth and learning
- Gained expertise in Responsive Classroom Philosophy and strong interpersonal skills
- Provided guidance and tools for parent’s in assisting their children with literacy, mathematics, and social skills
- Integrated technology into both instruction and learning
- St
- John the Baptist School
Special Education Teacher
Minneapolis Public Schools
Minneapolis
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Company Overview: Armatage Elementary School
- Developed and implemented individualized learning plans, collaborating with general education teachers and parents to ensure student strengths and needs were assessed
- Led regular scheduled guided reading groups
- Established and communicated clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects to both students and parents
- Differentiated activities and goals to meet each student’s individual needs and abilities
- Armatage Elementary School
Substitute Teacher
09.2016 - 09.2017
- Efficiently followed directives set forth by absent teacher, adapting easily to curriculum and lesson plan
- Collaborated with general education teachers and staff to effectively facilitate and ensure a comfortable and safe learning environment
- Completed progress reports which included individualized notes regarding students' strengths and areas of improvement
- Worked with counselors, teachers, parents, and support staff to promote positive student behavior
- Utilized energetic attitude and instructional abilities to adjust teaching styles depending on class/learning abilities
Special Education Teacher
Spero Academy
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Company Overview: Behavior Interventionist
- Coordinate and communicate with general education teacher and paraprofessionals to meet the individualized needs of the student
- Communicated with parents and facilitated IEP (Individualized Education Plan) meetings
- Participated in all initial conference reviews for special education service provision as the special education teacher
- Created and implemented lesson and learning environments that were safe, peaked interest, and respectful towards a diverse student population and skill set
- Worked as a liaison between teachers and students as well as parents and students while enforcing rules and regulations to ensure the safety of the students and staff that work in the building
- Behavior Interventionist
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Hopkins Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Hopkins Public Schools
08.2020 - 06.2021
Special Education Teacher
Roseville Public Schools
08.2019 - 06.2020
Special Education Teacher
St Paul Public Schools
08.2018 - 06.2019
Special Education Teacher
Moundsview Public School District
09.2017 - 06.2018
Substitute Teacher
09.2016 - 09.2017
Special Education Teacher
Spero Academy
08.2016 - 06.2017
Special Education Teacher
Minneapolis Public Schools
08.2015 - 06.2016
Special Education Teacher
Connections Academy
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