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Becky Mays

Selma,NC

Summary

Organized teacher successful at providing classroom and emotional structure for special needs children required to flourish in academic setting. Certified and licensed in Texas and North Carolina and recognized as highly qualified educator. Coordinates well with classroom teachers with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students. Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement. Versatile and dedicated teacher with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students. Special Education Teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments. Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion. Hardworking, reliable and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities. Experience in book keeping, transcribing letters and work as a sales associate in a commercial setting.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Johnston County Schools - Selma Elementary
Selma , NC
08.1992 - 06.2017
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.

Sales Associate

Welcome Home
Smithfield , North Carolina
10.1994 - 03.1995
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.

Special Education Teacher

Johnston County Schools - Benson Elementary
Benson , North Carolina
08.1990 - 06.1992
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.

3rd Grade Teache

Clyde Consolidated Independent School District
Hamby (1yr.) And Clyde (4.5 Yrs) , Texas
08.1984 - 01.1990
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.

Church Secretary

Clyde Church Of Christ
Clyde , Texas
09.1981 - 07.1984
  • Created and updated membership rosters, church documents and basic reports.
  • Handled church correspondence, member database and building scheduling.
  • Maintained church calendar by collecting information about upcoming events and reserving appropriate spaces for regular meetings and special activities.
  • Directed administrative and secretarial support for preachers at Clyde Church of Christ.
  • Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
  • Published, printed and mailed informative, prayerful newsletters to church members.

Director's Secretary

Abilene Christian University Library
Abilene , Texas
04.1980 - 06.1981
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
  • Transcribed phone messages and relayed to appropriate personnel.
  • Filed paperwork and organized computer-based information.
  • Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
  • Handled incoming and outgoing mail, email and faxes.
  • Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
  • Managed and reviewed filing and office systems.
  • Executed basic banking and bookkeeping tasks.
  • Screened personal and business calls and directed to appropriate party.
  • Managed mail and both incoming and outgoing correspondence, mail, email and faxes.

Registrar's Student Assistant

Abilene Christian University Registrars Office
Abilene , Texas
09.1976 - 05.1979
  • Helped with administrative support by managing incoming calls, coordinating files and sorting mail.
  • Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying and distributing mail.
  • Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
  • Delivered clerical support by handling range of routine and special requirements.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education of Regular And Special Needs Children

Abilene Christian University
Abilene, TX
05.1976

High School Diploma -

Troup High School
Troup, TX
05.1975

Skills

  • Material Selection
  • Instructional Strategies
  • Individual Education Plans IEPs
  • Parent Communication
  • Skills Development
  • Motivating Students
  • Lesson Planning
  • Student Records Management
  • Curriculum Adjustments
  • Progress Evaluations
  • Behavior Modification
  • Classroom Management
  • Project Requirements
  • Administrative Organization
  • Positive Interactions
  • Information Confidentiality
  • Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Self-Contained Classrooms
  • Parent Relationship Management

Timeline

Sales Associate

Welcome Home
10.1994 - 03.1995

Special Education Teacher

Johnston County Schools - Selma Elementary
08.1992 - 06.2017

Special Education Teacher

Johnston County Schools - Benson Elementary
08.1990 - 06.1992

3rd Grade Teache

Clyde Consolidated Independent School District
08.1984 - 01.1990

Church Secretary

Clyde Church Of Christ
09.1981 - 07.1984

Director's Secretary

Abilene Christian University Library
04.1980 - 06.1981

Registrar's Student Assistant

Abilene Christian University Registrars Office
09.1976 - 05.1979

Bachelor of Science - Education of Regular And Special Needs Children

Abilene Christian University

High School Diploma -

Troup High School
Becky Mays