Rebecca Goodman
Centralia
Summary
Experienced in teaching life skills, actively seeking a position to apply expertise in special education to support students in achieving their IEP goals. Versatile, mindful, and dedicated child advocate focused on meeting the individual needs of special education students. Strong ability to address student needs, ensuring they thrive and develop in an adaptable educational setting. Employs firm behavioral management techniques to establish excellent interpersonal and communication skills, building strong relationships with all members of the school community.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Rochester Primary School
01.2023 - Current
- Educating students (K-2) with multiple disabilities
- Develop lesson plans and activities based on IEP goals
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Extensive social skills instruction as well as behavioral modification
Special Education Teacher
Heritage Elementary
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Educating students (K-5) with multiple disabilities
- Develop lesson plans and activities based on IEP goals
- Extensive social skills instruction as well as behavioral modification
Child Care Manager
Department of Defense
01.2006 - 01.2020
- Implemented ongoing professional development opportunities for staff members to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
- Recruited trained, and mentored new team members to ensure cohesive staff performance in providing exceptional childcare services.
Preschool Teacher
Department Of Defense Army
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
Severe and Profound Teachers Assistant
Student
01.1978 - 01.1985
Teacher's Assistant at Jefferson Middle School and Capital High School.
Education
EC-12 Special Education Certification -
ACT Houston
M.A. - Human Relations
University of Oklahoma
12.2002
B.A. - Liberal Studies
University of Washington
03.1997
A.A. - Liberal Studies
South Puget Sound Community College
06.1995
Skills
- Visual/Verbal cues
- Behavior Modification
- Structured Learning
- Direct Teaching
- Background knowledge of varied disabilities
- Excellent written/verbal communication skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans (IEPs)
- Small group instruction
- Relationship building
Areas Of Proficiency
- Visual/Verbal cues
- Behavior Modification
- Structured Learning
- Direct Teaching
- Background knowledge of varied disabilities
- Diffusing stressful situations/conversations
- Excellent written/verbal communication skills
- Relationship building
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Rochester Primary School
01.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Heritage Elementary
01.2020 - 01.2023
Child Care Manager
Department of Defense
01.2006 - 01.2020
Preschool Teacher
Department Of Defense Army
01.2002 - 01.2005
Severe and Profound Teachers Assistant
Student
01.1978 - 01.1985
M.A. - Human Relations
University of Oklahoma
B.A. - Liberal Studies
University of Washington
A.A. - Liberal Studies
South Puget Sound Community College
EC-12 Special Education Certification -
ACT Houston
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