Becky Lapham
Portland
Summary
Knowledgeable educator with extensive experience at Kent Intermediate School District, specializing in students with autism and severe cognitive impairments. Skilled in classroom management and relationship building, I enhanced student engagement through interactive learning and differentiated instruction, fostering a supportive environment that empowered students to thrive.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher of Students With Severe Cognitive Impairme
Kent Intermediate School District
08.2021 - 08.2024
- Worked with students with severe cognitive impairments and autism, ages 18-26.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan lessons and activities.
Teacher of Students With Autism
Kent Intermediate School District
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Worked with students with autism, ages 5-17 in a center based program.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Increased parental involvement in students' education by engaging in regular communication and sharing activities as well as strategies for success at home.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
Teacher of Students With Autism
Grand Rapids Public School
08.1996 - 07.2019
- Worked with students 3-12 in self contained classrooms in regular education buildings and center based programs.
- Implemented classroom management plan that included sensory routines.
Education
Masters of Education - Special Education
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MIMaster of Education - Special Education
Oakland University
Rochester, MIBachelor of Science - Education
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MISkills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Student engagement
- Lesson planning
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Differentiated instruction
- Student-centered learning
Timeline
Teacher of Students With Severe Cognitive Impairme
Kent Intermediate School District
08.2021 - 08.2024
Teacher of Students With Autism
Kent Intermediate School District
08.2019 - 08.2021
Teacher of Students With Autism
Grand Rapids Public School
08.1996 - 07.2019
Masters of Education - Special Education
Grand Valley State University
Master of Education - Special Education
Oakland University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Central Michigan University
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