Brenda Bailey
Fort Worth,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
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resource Teacher
Crossing Heritage Academy
Fort Worth , TX
09.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers, parents, and administrators to ensure the best educational experience for all students.
- Developed individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
Special Education Teacher
Fort Worth ISD
Fort Worth, Texas
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
Nutritionist Supervisor Educator
WIC Granbury
Granbury, Texas
04.2016 - 01.2021
- Conducted nutritional assessments of patients, including review of medical history and laboratory results.
- Developed and implemented nutrition plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Facilitated group discussions about nutrition topics at community events or workshops.
- Educated families about the importance of balanced nutrition during pregnancy and early childhood development.
- Identified potential risks or complications related to malnutrition or dietary deficiencies.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care plan was followed.
- Created educational materials for clients on topics such as diet, exercise and food safety.
Nutritionist Supervisor Educator
Northeast Public Health
Tyler, TX
01.2012 - 04.2016
- Conducted nutritional assessments of patients, including review of medical history and laboratory results.
- Developed and implemented nutrition plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Facilitated group discussions about nutrition topics at community events or workshops.
- Analyzed food labels to help clients make informed decisions about what they eat.
- Educated families about the importance of balanced nutrition during pregnancy and early childhood development.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care plan was followed.
- Provided guidance on how to shop for nutritious foods within a budget.
Content Mastery Teacher
Harleton ISD
Harleton, TX
08.2010 - 05.2011
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
Inclusion Resource Treacher
Waco ISD
Waco, TX
08.2002 - 05.2010
- Conducted assessments of student performance and identified areas of strength and weakness.
- Developed and implemented instructional activities that were tailored to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Provided guidance and support for general education teachers who are working with students receiving special education services.
- Participated in professional development activities related to special education best practices.
- Served on committees that evaluated programs for students with special needs.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss concerns about their child's academic performance or behavior.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education-TMATE Program
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX07-2004
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX06-1999
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Behavior monitoring
- Collaborative teaching
Affiliations
*Counselor at Camp Akiva 2015-present (camp for abused and neglected children)
*Experience working with children and teens on the Autistic spectrum 2006-present
*International Missionary 1992-1999 health and nutrition counseling, health screenings
Certification
- BS Dietetics
- TMATE Teacher Certification EC-12 General Special Education
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Resource Teacher
Crossing Heritage Academy
09.2021 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Fort Worth ISD
01.2021 - 12.2021
Nutritionist Supervisor Educator
WIC Granbury
04.2016 - 01.2021
Nutritionist Supervisor Educator
Northeast Public Health
01.2012 - 04.2016
Content Mastery Teacher
Harleton ISD
08.2010 - 05.2011
Inclusion Resource Treacher
Waco ISD
08.2002 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Education-TMATE Program
Tarleton State University
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
Tarleton State University
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