Angela Cochenour
Puyallup,WA
Summary
To obtain a position as an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) where I can support educators who are new to the role, provide instructional guidance and mentorship, and foster leadership development to strengthen high-quality services for young children with diverse learning needs.
Overview
1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Preschool Teacher
Bethel School District
09.2017 - Current
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to foster early childhood development.
- Created engaging learning environments that encourage exploration and creativity among students.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support individual student needs and developmental goals.
- Monitored student progress through assessments, adapting activities based on performance insights.
- Trained and mentored new teachers in classroom management techniques and educational best practices.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Teacher
Head Start-Bethel School District
10.2013 - 06.2017
- Develop weekly lesson plans, manage classroom behavior, conference with parents, work with specialists as needed, work with Family Support Specialist and Child Nutrition Specialist on individual student needs. Assess and develop strategies for individual students as well as the group, work with the GOLD documentation and assessment system to produce class and individual records.
Head Start Paraeducator
Bethel School District
09.2012 - 10.2013
- Assist HS Instructor with classroom management, supervise student behavior during instructional time, outdoor play, mealtime, and all transitions. Assist with instruction during small groups, assist students with social emotional skill development. Work with child nutrition to get meals ready, provide instruction on teeth brushing and hand washing.
Substitute Teacher
Head Start-Bethel School District
04.2012 - 06.2012
- Developed weekly lesson plans, managed classroom behavior, conferenced with parents, worked with specialists as needed, worked with Family Support Specialist and Child Nutrition Specialist on individual student needs. Assessed and developed strategies for individual students as well as the group, worked with the GOLD documentation and assessment system to produce class and individual records.
Substitute Paraeducator
Bethel School District
12.2011 - 06.2012
- Substitute as needed in elementary schools throughout the district
Assistant Manager
Gymboree Corporation
Tacoma, WA
08.2003 - 01.2012
- Manage payroll, sales and 5-7 employees according to company standards
- Opened 3 new stores over the course of time with the company
- Strong leader and dedicated to associate development
- Maintain positive working relationships
- Multi-task in a fast paced environment
Substitute Paraeducator
Puyallup School District
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Substitute as needed in elementary schools throughout the district
Education
Masters - ECE Program/Special Education specialization
Capella University
06-2026
BS - Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing Management
Central Washington University
01-1994
AA degree - coursework
Green River Community College
01-1992
Skills
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
- Self-starter
- Technologically proficient
- Highly motivated and multi-task oriented
- Strong classroom management skills
- Highly knowledgeable in child development
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Leader in my building and department
- Mentored new teachers
- Strong parent and family engagement skills
Accomplishments
Early Learning leadership representative for Naches Trail Elementary
Special Services Advisory team member for Bethel School District
Community engagement committee member for Naches Trail Elementary
Certification
Dual certification in Elementary Education and Special Education
Timeline
Special Education Preschool Teacher
Bethel School District
09.2017 - Current
Teacher
Head Start-Bethel School District
10.2013 - 06.2017
Head Start Paraeducator
Bethel School District
09.2012 - 10.2013
Substitute Teacher
Head Start-Bethel School District
04.2012 - 06.2012
Substitute Paraeducator
Bethel School District
12.2011 - 06.2012
Substitute Paraeducator
Puyallup School District
01.2006 - 01.2008
Assistant Manager
Gymboree Corporation
08.2003 - 01.2012
AA degree - coursework
Green River Community College
BS - Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing Management
Central Washington University
Masters - ECE Program/Special Education specialization
Capella University
Additional Experience and activities
- Substitute Instructor at Elk Plain Head Start preschool April-June 2012
- Art docent at Carson Elementary from September 2008 to June 2012
- Girl Scout leader from September 2007 to June 2012
- Parent volunteer at Carson Elementary from September 2007 to present
- PTA board member 2009-2010 school year
- Scholastic book fair co-coordinator 2009-2010 school year
- Cooperative Preschool parent and board member from 2003-2005 school year