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Barbara S Washington
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Barbara S Washington

Twinsburg,OH

Work Preference

Desired Job Title

Home InstructionAlternative Education TeacherIntervention SpecialistExtended School Year TeacherTitle 1 Teacher

Work Type

Full TimeConsulting

Location Preference

HybridOn-SiteRemote
Location: Twinsburg, OHCleveland Oh
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

58500/yr - 75000/yr

Important To Me

Healthcare benefitsPersonal development programsFlexible work hoursPaid sick leave401k match

Summary

Goal-oriented Intervention Specialist caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with focus on critical thinking and communication. Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
1
1

Google Level 1 Certified

1
1

Title 1 Teacher

1
1

Lead 4 Change Academic Electives course

Work History

Intervention Specialist

Twinsburg City School District
Twinsburg, OH
08.1990 - 05.2022
  • Developed individualized education plans to support diverse student needs.
  • Collaborated with teachers to implement effective intervention strategies for academic success.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions based on data analysis and feedback.
  • Provided training to staff on best practices in special education and intervention techniques.

Title 1 small group instruction Language Arts and Math 6-8th graders

Teaching an academic elective Lead 4 Change High school

  • Promoted a positive learning environment by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies into daily activities.
  • Provided ongoing assessment of student progress, adjusting interventions as needed to optimize results.
  • Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
  • Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
  • Advocated for students' needs within multidisciplinary teams to promote holistic development approaches.

Home Instruction

Twinsburg City School District
Twinsburg, OH
03.2022 - 06.2022
  • Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
  • Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
  • Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
  • Provided instructional support to students unable to attend regular classes.
  • Implemented adaptive teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning needs.
  • Analyzed student data to inform curriculum adjustments and instructional practices.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Alternative Education Teacher

Twinsburg City School District
Twinsburg, OH
08.2020 - 06.2022
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create supportive learning environments.
  • Led behavioral interventions to improve student conduct and classroom dynamics.

Extended School Year Teacher

Twinsburg City School District
Twinsburg, OH
06.2018 - 07.2021
  • Maintained classroom behavioral standards through one on one and adaptive techniques. Extending learning during the Summer months.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Updated student and class records for students to record grades, disciplinary actions and progress.
  • Coordinated and chaperoned field trips.
  • Modification and adaptation of learning through differentiated instruction.

Title I 5-8 teacher

Harvard Avenue Performance Academies
Cleveland, OH
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

Curriculum Consultant

Harvard Avenue Performance Academies
Cleveland, OH
08.2023 - Current
  • Built and delivered learning content according to priority and scope.
  • Managed multiple concurrent projects and consulted across organizations to determine objectives.
  • Worked with internal stakeholders to perform skill gap assessments and built training content to address gaps.
  • Designed and developed exceptional technical course content and lab exercises for instructor presentation or self-paced learning.

Lead 4 Change Academic electives teacher

Harvard Avenue Performance Academies
Cleveland, OH
08.2025 - Current
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Education

Master of Science - Education Technology

American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, IL
08.2005

Master of Science - Graduate Credits Obtained

Ashland University
Ashland, OH
09.1991

Bachelor of Science - Education of Individuals With Multiple Disabilities

Ohio University
Athens, OH
06.1986

Skills

  • Reading and Writing Support
  • Individualized Educational Plans
  • Computer and Microsoft Office Skills
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Online Instruction
  • Tutoring Students
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Special Needs Education

Certification

  • Licensed Intervention Specialist K-12 - 05/22-05/27

Timeline

Lead 4 Change Academic electives teacher

Harvard Avenue Performance Academies
08.2025 - Current

Title I 5-8 teacher

Harvard Avenue Performance Academies
08.2023 - Current

Curriculum Consultant

Harvard Avenue Performance Academies
08.2023 - Current

Home Instruction

Twinsburg City School District
03.2022 - 06.2022

Alternative Education Teacher

Twinsburg City School District
08.2020 - 06.2022

Extended School Year Teacher

Twinsburg City School District
06.2018 - 07.2021

Intervention Specialist

Twinsburg City School District
08.1990 - 05.2022

Master of Science - Education Technology

American InterContinental University

Master of Science - Graduate Credits Obtained

Ashland University

Bachelor of Science - Education of Individuals With Multiple Disabilities

Ohio University

Additional Information

Retired teach 37.5 years of dedication who has a passion for the Education of our youth and molding them into productive citizens.

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Barbara S Washington