Anndree Curtis
El Paso,TX
Summary
Versatile and dedicated educator with focus on individual needs of special education and general education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of all students.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
EPISD
01.2021 - Current
- Created and developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
Education
Bachelors of Interdisciplinary Studies - Special Education K-12
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX12.2021
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Individual Education Plans
- Small and Whole Group Instruction
- Co-teaching Experience
- Data Management
- Parent Communication
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Trained in CPI
- Assistive Technology
- Motivating students
- Elementary Education
Certification
TExES Special Education EC-12
TExES Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities (PPR)
391 CORE SUBJECTS EC-6
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
EPISD
01.2021 - Current
Bachelors of Interdisciplinary Studies - Special Education K-12
The University of Texas At El Paso