Brandy Humbers
Francisco,IN
Summary
Accomplished Special Education Teacher with expertise in differentiated instruction and classroom management at North Gibson School Corporation. Successfully developed individualized education plans, enhancing student outcomes by 20%. Strong relationship-building skills fostered collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and parents, ensuring comprehensive support for diverse learners. Proficient in IEP and BIP implementation, driving student success.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
North Gibson School Corporation
08.2014 - 12.2025
- Implemented behavioral interventions to enhance classroom engagement and learning outcomes.
- Trained and mentored new staff on special education best practices and compliance requirements
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to communicate student development and address concerns
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Fostered positive learning environment, reducing classroom disruptions through effective behavior management strategies.
- Integrated social skills training into curriculum, facilitating improved peer interactions and social integration.
- Conducted assessments to identify students' strengths and areas for improvement, informing instructional strategies.
- Developed and executed behavioral intervention plans, leading to decrease in disruptive behaviors and increase in classroom participation.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
Special Education Teacher
South Spencer High School
08.2003 - 05.2014
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Developed individualized education plans to meet diverse student needs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance classroom engagement.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate student support services.
- Advocated for students' rights and access to educational resources.
- Increased parent engagement through regular communication, building strong relationships and fostering a supportive learning environment at home.
- Improved student comprehension by implementing differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing rules and consequences.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and integrate interdisciplinary lesson plans, broadening student understanding of various subjects.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Set rules and guidelines to manage classroom and maintain discipline.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, INMaster of Science - Special Education
Oakland City University
Oakland City, INSkills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans ieps
- Small group instruction
- Relationship building
- Co-teaching experience
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative teamwork
- Data management
- Motivating students
- Parent communication
- Behavior intervention plans
- Trained in CPI
- Data collection
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Transition planning
- Time management
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
North Gibson School Corporation
08.2014 - 12.2025
Special Education Teacher
South Spencer High School
08.2003 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Indiana State University
Master of Science - Special Education
Oakland City University