Austin Gibson
Sulphur,OK
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia 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. Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Sulphur Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Applied proven strategies to improve students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
Early Intervention Specialist
Chickasaw Nation
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Evaluated students to determine academic and emotional development levels.
- Coordinated care among multidisciplinary teams comprising therapists, educators, and medical professionals to ensure comprehensive support for each child.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving skills through active exploration games and activities.
- Utilized diverse approaches in teaching, technology, and behavior modification.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for children from early intervention programs into school settings by collaborating closely with educational teams.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
- Established safe play environment for students.
- Collaborated with parents and communities to improve learning quality and develop individualized student programs.
- Developed clear goals for each child based on assessment results, guiding the implementation of tailored interventions.
Pre-School Teacher
Chickasaw Nation Head Start
10.2019 - 10.2022
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
Classroom Master Teacher
Chickasaw Nation Child Development Center
05.2018 - 10.2019
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Facilitated peer tutoring sessions, allowing students to learn from each other and build collaborative skills.
- Increased student motivation through the use of creative teaching methods and relevant real-world examples.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents through regular conferences, newsletters, email updates, and phone calls.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
After School Teacher
Chickasaw Nation
07.2014 - 05.2018
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Nurtured student curiosity by encouraging questions during class discussions and providing opportunities for independent research projects.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying up-to-date on best practices in education and refining teaching skills.
- Redirected inappropriate student behavior and implemented program discipline system to guide proper student behavior.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing expertise and providing guidance on effective teaching strategies.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Player's Club Representative
Chickasaw Nation Treasure Valley Casino
05.2014 - 07.2014
- Provided excellent customer care by responding to requests, assisting with product selection and handling ordering functions.
- Created and maintained detailed database to develop promotional sales.
- Implemented and developed customer service training processes.
- Trained staff on operating procedures and company services.
- Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
Paraeducator, Special Education
Wayne Public Schools
08.2012 - 05.2014
- Developed tailor-fit lesson plans to cater to individual needs of each student.
- Participated in professional development opportunities focused on new strategies for supporting special education learners successfully in the classroom.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- Coordinated with related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for special education students, including occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and school psychologists.
- Provided training on disability awareness for other school personnel, promoting an inclusive educational environment throughout the school community.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Education
Masters of Education - Educational Administration
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
East Central University
Ada, OK05.2018
Skills
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Student needs assessment
- Child Development
- Student Support
- Co-teaching Experience
- Behavior Modifications
- Small Group Instruction
- Positive Role Model
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Parent Communication
- Relationship Building
- Team Collaboration
- Individualized Instruction
- Student Records Management
- Classroom Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Trained in CPI
- Lesson Planning
- Special Education
- IEP development
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Emotional Support
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Sulphur Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Early Intervention Specialist
Chickasaw Nation
10.2022 - 07.2023
Pre-School Teacher
Chickasaw Nation Head Start
10.2019 - 10.2022
Classroom Master Teacher
Chickasaw Nation Child Development Center
05.2018 - 10.2019
After School Teacher
Chickasaw Nation
07.2014 - 05.2018
Player's Club Representative
Chickasaw Nation Treasure Valley Casino
05.2014 - 07.2014
Paraeducator, Special Education
Wayne Public Schools
08.2012 - 05.2014
Masters of Education - Educational Administration
University of Oklahoma
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
East Central University
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