Barbara S Washington
Twinsburg,OH
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.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
1
1
Google Level 1 Certified
Work History
Home Instruction
Twinsburg City School District
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.
Alternative Education Teacher
Twinsburg City School District
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.
Intervention Specialist
Twinsburg City School District
08.1990 - 05.2022
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Established trusting and friendly relationships with parents and colleagues.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
Extended School Year Teacher
Twinsburg City School District
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.
Education
Master of Science - Education Technology
American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, IL08.2005
Master of Science - Graduate Credits Obtained
Ashland University
Ashland, OH09.1991
Bachelor of Science - Education of Individuals With Multiple Disabilities
Ohio University
Athens, OH06.1986
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
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.
Timeline
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
Basketball Official, Softball, Baseball Umpire, Volleyball offical
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Softball, Baseball Umpire -18 years
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Volleyball official-4 years
Basketball Official, Softball, Baseball Umpire, Volleyball offical
Basketball Official- 39 years,
Softball, Baseball Umpire -18 years
Lacrosse -Girl's official 2 years
Volleyball official-4 years
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