Bethany Ries
Ripon,California
Summary
Seasoned Lead Education Specialist with a proven track record at Point Quest Education, INC., where I enhanced student engagement and performance through innovative educational technology and individualized education plans. Skilled in writing compliant IEPs and fostering interpersonal relationships, I've successfully coached teachers and increased student progress, demonstrating leadership and project management expertise.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Education Specialist
Point Quest Education, INC.
01.2017 - Current
- Company Overview: NPS
- Lead of IEP's
- Putting together post High School transition plans
- Writing IEP's
- Writing BIP's
- Writing SIR's
- Participate in yearly CPI training
- Dealing with different districts for different students
- NPS
- Coached teachers to improve instructional practices through professional development, modeling instructional strategies and feedback.
- Educated parents and caregivers to drive cooperation, learning achievement, performance and classroom behavior.
- Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Created and implemented department support framework to address district's strategic goals.
- Facilitated coaching rounds for department staff to enhance delivery or lessons.
- Created lesson plans based on curriculum standards and objectives.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Identified professional development needs by creating and presenting teacher surveys.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance and progress data.
- Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Increased performance with notable rise in student progress reporting.
- Boosted engagement and participation with attention to discipline and modeling appropriate behavior by teaching respect for classmates.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Manteca Unified School District
Manteca, CA
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
- Utilized educational technology to enhance learning experiences.
- Developed and enforced behavioral management plans.
- Assisted with classroom instruction, following lesson plans and providing additional support to students.
- Maintained classroom order and enforced school and class rules.
- Took attendance and maintained attendance records during period as substitute.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Integrated technology into lessons when appropriate for enhanced learning experiences.
- Instructed small groups or individual students who need extra help or attention.
- Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement class presentations.
- Assessed student understanding through informal and formal methods.
- Provided classroom instruction following regular teacher's lesson plans.
- Adapted lesson plans to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to motivate students.
- Addressed individual student needs and accommodated learning differences.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure a positive learning environment for students.
- Administered assessments and evaluated student performance in accordance with district standards.
- Encouraged open communication between teachers and parents about student progress.
- Integrated real-world examples to make learning relevant and engaging.
- Modified instructional materials as needed for special education students.
Instructional Paraprofessional
Manteca Unified School District
Manteca , CA
09.2012 - 05.2014
- Monitored students in class, hallways, and cafeteria to enforce school rules.
- Complied with instructor-developed IEPs and made informed recommendations for adjustments.
- Monitored student behavior in the classroom and on field trips.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Collaborated with other paraprofessionals, teachers, administrators, and parents to provide an optimal learning experience for students.
- Utilized technology resources effectively to enhance instruction.
- Developed individual educational plans for eligible students based on assessment results.
- Graded exams, assignments and essays and recorded grades.
- Facilitated small group instruction for students with special needs.
Education
Masters - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Mesa, Arizona09.2017
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Writing compliant IEP's BIP's SIR's, BER's CPI
- Understanding of IEP's
- Extremely Scheduled
- Interpersonal skills with students
- Understanding of IEP's and the legalities
- Excellent use of whole class instruction
- Education policy
- IEP expertise
- Language arts instruction
- Teacher training
- Educational technology
- Individualized education plans
- Inclusive classroom expert
- Blended learning
- Assessment strategies
- Leadership trained
- Early childhood education
- Project management specialist
- Project-based learning
- Online teaching
- Common core
- Learning theories
- Student engagement
- Special education
Certification
California Teaching Credentials (mild/mod and mod/severe), 08/21
Timeline
Lead Education Specialist
Point Quest Education, INC.
01.2017 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Manteca Unified School District
08.2015 - 05.2017
Instructional Paraprofessional
Manteca Unified School District
09.2012 - 05.2014
Masters - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
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