Apryl Parkerson
Nashville,TN
Summary
Versatile and dedicated Special Education Teacher with focus on individual needs of special 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 students.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Multiple School Districts Over The Past 36 Years
08.1989 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- 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.
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Assistant Principal
Elizabeth School District
08.2011 - 06.2013
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
Administrative Dean
Douglas County School District
07.2006 - 06.2008
- Facilitated data-driven decision making by utilizing assessment tools to evaluate program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
- Served as an advocate for departmental needs by effectively communicating with upper-level administration, securing resources necessary for continuous growth and improvement.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Evaluated teacher performance against established benchmarks, providing actionable feedback for improvement purposes.
Education
Master of Arts in Education Administration and Supervision -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science in Education - Special Education -
Delta State University
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Small group instruction
- Data Management
- Inclusion Strategies
- Parent Communication
- Literacy Intervention
- Assessment administration
- IEP development
- Analytical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Mathematics Intervention
Training
- Really Great Reading Program
- Emergenetics
- Teaching Students of Poverty - Ruby K. Payne
- Project Based Learning
- Cognitive Coaching
- MTSS/Response to Intervention
- Foundations of Effective Teaching
- Managing Anti-Social Behavior
- Breakthrough Training
- Teacher Evaluation Training for Administrators
- LETTERS Training (literacy)
Certification
- Licensed Special Education Teacher
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
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Accomplishments
- Special Education Department chairperson for three years.
- Trained fellow teachers on the procedures for completing Individual Education Plans.
- Supervised team of twelve staff members.
- Collaborated with team of eight in the development of district MTSS/RTI protocol and implementation.
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Elizabeth School District
08.2011 - 06.2013
Administrative Dean
Douglas County School District
07.2006 - 06.2008
Special Education Teacher
Multiple School Districts Over The Past 36 Years
08.1989 - Current
Master of Arts in Education Administration and Supervision -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science in Education - Special Education -
Delta State University
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