Dynamic professional with expertise in early childhood special education. Skilled in conducting assessments and developing tailored instructional strategies, committed to fostering collaborative environments that support children's growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
EI/ECSE Specialist
Willamette ESD
Salem, OR
08.2020 - Current
Lead parent coaching and training sessions to enhance understanding of educational programs and resources.
Implements specialized instructions to families during home visits, in specialized classroom community preschool, childcare, or clinic group settings.
Schedules, conducts, and facilitates IFSP and/or IEP meetings. Records meeting minutes at all IFSP meetings, takes notes at IFSP meetings or assigns.
Assesses all children with appropriate assessment tools including state identified curriculum-based assessment.
Develops data system. Collects and analyzes data on individual children's goals and adjusts instruction as indicated.
Substitute Teacher
Central School District 13J
Monmouth, OR
09.2013 - 06.2019
Delivered engaging instructional support across diverse subjects in absence of regular teachers.
Adapted lesson plans to meet varying student needs and learning styles effectively.
Managed classroom behavior to create a positive learning environment fostering student engagement.
Implemented effective classroom management strategies, enhancing student focus and participation.
Collaborated with faculty to ensure continuity of educational standards and classroom objectives.
Education
Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
Portland State University
Portland, OR
06-2019
Masters Certificate - Teaching Adult Learners
Portland State University
Portland, Oregon, OR
06-2019
Masters Certificate - Infant Toddler Mental Health
Portland State University
Portland, Oregon, OR
06-2019
Skills
Expert problem solving
Analytical thinking
Documentation management
Coaching and mentoring
Teamwork and collaboration
Develops specialized instruction for children and parents/adults
Timeline
EI/ECSE Specialist
Willamette ESD
08.2020 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Central School District 13J
09.2013 - 06.2019
Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
Portland State University
Masters Certificate - Teaching Adult Learners
Portland State University
Masters Certificate - Infant Toddler Mental Health