Special Education Teacher experienced in developing individualized education plans and implementing adaptive teaching strategies. Enhanced student outcomes through collaboration with parents and support staff while managing diverse teams and projects. Committed to fostering supportive learning environments and driving continuous improvement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Eduction Teacher
Pueblo District 70
Pueblo, Colorado
06.2024 - 07.2025
Developed individualized education plans for students with special needs.
Designed and delivered personalized learning for each student and advocated for student inclusion and success in general education environments.
Implemented adaptive teaching methods to meet diverse learning styles.
Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
Collaborated with parents to discuss student progress and strategies.
Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
Created engaging lesson plans incorporating different educational tools.
Evaluated student performance through assessments and observations.
Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
Adapted curriculum materials to meet individualized student needs.
Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
Assisted in classroom management and promoted positive behavior support.
Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
Coordinated with support staff to facilitate therapy sessions.
Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
Project Manager
Grady's (Commercial Kitchen Supply)
Pueblo, Colorado
03.2020 - 10.2022
Coordinated project schedules and timelines for kitchen supply installations.
Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
Developed project plans outlining scope, tasks, and responsibilities.
Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
Communicated effectively with stakeholders to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget.
Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of equipment.
Facilitated communication between departments to streamline operations.
Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams for successful completion of projects.
Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures throughout the life cycle of each project.
Implemented feedback mechanisms to gather input from team members on projects.
Generated and tracked change orders and other contractual modifications affecting budget and schedule.
Advised other departments on best practices related to managing large-scale projects.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
Western State Colorado University
Gunnison, CO
05-2015
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Western State College
Gunnison, CO
05-2002
Skills
Instructional Strategies
Individualized instruction
Special Education Techniques
Constructive feedback
Exceptional Communication
Time Management
Problem solving
Job site safety and compliance
Hard Worker
Timeline
Special Eduction Teacher
Pueblo District 70
06.2024 - 07.2025
Project Manager
Grady's (Commercial Kitchen Supply)
03.2020 - 10.2022
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
Special Education Resource/Special Education Inclusion Teacher at Gold Hill Elementary SchoolSpecial Education Resource/Special Education Inclusion Teacher at Gold Hill Elementary School