Brandi Fretz-Lowe
Tomball,TX
Summary
Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Cactus Shadows High School
Cave Creek, AZ
08.2024 - Current
- Established positive relationships with students and their families.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Essential Skills, Algebra 1, Geometry, Chemistry Co-Taught
Life Skills Teacher
School of Science and technology
The Woodlands, TX
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Developed and implemented curriculum to teach life skills such as budgeting, communication, problem-solving and decision-making.
- Organized field trips to expose students to real world scenarios that would require them to practice their newly acquired life skills.
- Conducted assessments of student's progress in order to evaluate the effectiveness of instruction and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Provided individualized support for those struggling with social or emotional problems, helping them develop strategies for dealing with these issues.
Special Education Teacher
Combs Unified School District
San Tan Valley, AZ
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Established positive relationships with students and their families.
- Co-Taught Algebra 1, Geometry year one with case management.
- EDP Behavior classroom teacher year two with case management.
Coach Counselor
Canyon State Academy
Queen Creek, AZ
08.2017 - 10.2018
- Assisted students with developing self-awareness and understanding of how their emotions affect their daily lives.
- Mentored at-risk youth in areas like job readiness training, resume writing and career exploration.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ11.2014
Associate of Arts - Justice Administration
Brookline College - Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ03.2010
MBA - Psychology in School Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Client Documentation
- Relationship Building
- Document Management
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
- Client Needs Assessments
- Data Collection and Entry
- Program Evaluation and Improvements
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Learning Assessments
- First Aid and CPR
Certification
- Certified Special Education EC-12 Texas
- Certified Special Education K-12 Arizona
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Cactus Shadows High School
08.2024 - Current
Life Skills Teacher
School of Science and technology
10.2022 - 05.2024
Special Education Teacher
Combs Unified School District
08.2019 - 05.2021
Coach Counselor
Canyon State Academy
08.2017 - 10.2018
Master of Science - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
University of Phoenix
Associate of Arts - Justice Administration
Brookline College - Phoenix
MBA - Psychology in School Counseling
Grand Canyon University
- Certified Special Education EC-12 Texas
- Certified Special Education K-12 Arizona
Similar Profiles
Grant ParrisGrant Parris
Teacher at Cactus Shadows High SchoolTeacher at Cactus Shadows High School
Peter James GreenPeter James Green
Principal at St. Vincent Ferrer Catholic SchoolPrincipal at St. Vincent Ferrer Catholic School
Jennifer BurkhardJennifer Burkhard
Vice President Football Booster at Cactus High School Football BoosterVice President Football Booster at Cactus High School Football Booster