Beverly Leimkuehler
Saint Louis,MO
Summary
Results-driven educator skilled in classroom management and differentiated instruction. Experienced in developing individualized education plans and fostering strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to support diverse learning needs.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Special School District Of St. Louis County
09.1996 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans to address diverse learning needs.
- Implemented behavioral intervention strategies to enhance student engagement.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize educational outcomes for students.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
- Advocated for students' rights and access to appropriate resources within the school system.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Special Education Teacher
Framingham Public Schools
08.1995 - 06.1996
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices in special education methodologies.
- Led workshops on inclusive teaching strategies for faculty development initiatives.
- Enhanced classroom environments through adaptive technologies and tailored learning materials.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Taught in a Bilingual Special Education classroom with diverse needs and talent.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing Education
University of Missouri
Columbia, Missouri, MOMaster of Arts - Special Education
University of Missouri
Columbia, Missouri, MO05-1992
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans IEPs
- Facilitating small group learning
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Special School District Of St. Louis County
09.1996 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Framingham Public Schools
08.1995 - 06.1996
Bachelor of Science - Marketing Education
University of Missouri
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of Missouri