Dynamic Sped Resource Teacher with a proven track record at Choice Academy/Kingston High School, excelling in multisensory instruction and collaborative teaching. Recognized for innovative classroom management and enhancing student achievement through tailored IEP and BIP implementation. Skilled in fostering significant advancements in both academic and social skills, demonstrating a passionate commitment to student advocacy and progress monitoring.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Sped Resource Teacher
Choice Academy/Kingston High School
Kingston, WA
11.2024 - Current
Facilitated communication between school personnel, families, outside agencies, and other stakeholders involved in supporting the student's learning process.
Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district-wide assessments.
Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
Developed individual educational plans designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
Created an environment conducive to learning by using positive reinforcement strategies.
Designed differentiated instruction plans based upon assessment results from both standardized tests and teacher observations.
Provided direct instruction to small groups of students on academic and social skills, as well as behavior management techniques.
Teacher
All Saints Academy
Winter Haven , Florida
08.2022 - 05.2023
Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
Teacher
Jewett School of the Arts
Winter Haven , FL
08.2012 - 05.2023
Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
Teacher
Shelley S. Boone Middle School
Haines City , Florida
08.2007 - 05.2012
Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Webber International University
Babson Park, FL
05-2003
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Polk State College
Winter Haven, FL
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Valencia College
Orlando, FL
Skills
Multisensory instruction
Instructional adaptation
Autism spectrum
Classroom accommodations
Collaborative teaching
Student advocacy
Mathematics intervention
Excellent classroom management
IEP and BIP implementation
Reading intervention
Transition planning
Progress monitoring
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sped Resource Teacher
Choice Academy/Kingston High School
11.2024 - Current
Teacher
All Saints Academy
08.2022 - 05.2023
Teacher
Jewett School of the Arts
08.2012 - 05.2023
Teacher
Shelley S. Boone Middle School
08.2007 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Webber International University
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Polk State College
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Valencia College
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