Anita Detherow
Ozark,MO
Summary
Flexible and caring special education professional specializes in Early Childhood. Customizes approaches based on individual needs and impairments. Focused on helping children and families build important skills for communication and social interaction, impacting academic performance, social integration or physical capabilities. Compassionate in helping with struggles and adapting approaches.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Instructor - Developmental Therapist
First Steps - DESE
Springfield , MO
05.2003 - Current
- Provided individualized instruction for children with developmental delays to meet their IFSP goals and objectives.
- Collaborated with colleagues and coordinators to develop goals and monitor children's progress.
- Assisted in the development of Individual Family Service Plans for each child.
- Provided support and guidance for parents and guardians.
- Evaluated children to determine eligibility for the First Steps program.
- Entered notes, evaluations and billing into the Webspoe.
- Traveled in Ozark, Nixa, Republic, Springfield and Highlandville to provide services.
- Employed by ELR, Developmental Center of the Ozarks and as a private provider.
Educator
Ozark R-vi Schools
Ozark, Missouri
08.1993 - 05.2012
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Assessed children to determine their level of development.
- Planned and presented music programs in various grades.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan and evaluate strategies to improve student progress.
Preschool Teacher
Ozark Early Learning Center
Ozark, Missouri
06.1989 - 08.1993
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated creative teaching techniques for a Pre-K classroom.
- Organized materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Drury University
Springfield, MO08-1995
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Drury University
Springfield, MO05-1985
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary, Early Childhood & Early Childhood SpEd
Missouri State University
Springfield, MOSkills
- Ability to collaborate with colleagues
- Knowledge of the First Steps process
- Knowledge of Webspoe
- Child Development
Certifications
- Music Education K-12
- Elementary Education
- Early Childhood
- Early Childhood Special Education
Specialized Training
SpEd
- Dr Stanley Greenspan Floortime
- Early Intensive Behavior Intervention
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Instructor - Developmental Therapist
First Steps - DESE
05.2003 - Current
Educator
Ozark R-vi Schools
08.1993 - 05.2012
Preschool Teacher
Ozark Early Learning Center
06.1989 - 08.1993
Master of Arts - Special Education
Drury University
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Drury University
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary, Early Childhood & Early Childhood SpEd
Missouri State University