Anita Latham
Sparta,TN
Summary
.Versatile educator with focus on individual student needs across academic areas and emotional development.
.Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities.
.Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech Teacher
White County School System
08.1982 - 05.2019
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Enhanced communication skills for students with speech disorders through personalized therapy sessions and exercises.
- Improved students'' language skills by incorporating engaging activities and materials into daily lessons.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of student progress, identifying areas for improvement and adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
Speech Teacher
Alleghany County Public Schools
Covington, VA
08.1979 - 06.1982
- Provided one-on-one support to students struggling with speech-related issues, leading to notable improvements in their verbal communication abilities.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district and school requirements.
Education
Specialist in Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Tennessee Tech University
Cookeville, TN05.
Master of Arts - Elementary Guidance
Tennessee Tech University
Cookeville, TN03.1988
Bachelor of Science - Speech Disorders
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA05.1979
Skills
- Empathy and patience
- Assessment skills
- Social Skills Training
- Augmentative Communication
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Social Skills Development
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
Timeline
Speech Teacher
White County School System
08.1982 - 05.2019
Speech Teacher
Alleghany County Public Schools
08.1979 - 06.1982
Specialist in Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Tennessee Tech University
Master of Arts - Elementary Guidance
Tennessee Tech University
Bachelor of Science - Speech Disorders
James Madison University
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