Brenda Wise
Layton,UT
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Weber School District
08.2017 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Davis School District
08.1995 - 05.2017
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education, K - 12+
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT04.2013
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education, English
Utah State University
Logan, UT05.1984
Skills
- Motivating Students
- Behavior Modifications
- Skills Development
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Parent Communication
- Curriculum Adjustments
- Material Selection
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Student Records Management
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Differentiated Instruction
- Social Skills Development
- Data Management
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Weber School District
08.2017 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Davis School District
08.1995 - 05.2017
Master of Science - Special Education, K - 12+
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education, English
Utah State University
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