Brianna Houston
Yuba City,CA
Summary
Dedicated and passionate Early Childhood Special Educator familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Exceptional skills working with staff, parents, and specialists to meet educational student needs. Outgoing and detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills to implement into a classroom setting.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Special Educator
Marysville Joint Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted in the development and implementation of school-wide policies and procedures to support students with disabilities.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making processes to continuously adjust teaching methods based on individual student performance.
- Integrated play-based learning techniques to promote cognitive development and social skills in young children.
- Monitored student progress closely using both formal and informal assessment tools, adjusting instructional approaches as needed to ensure success.
- Facilitated successful transitions for children entering kindergarten by collaborating closely with elementary school staff, parents, and other service providers.
- Prepared, scheduled and led IEPs to provide right help to meet child's present needs.
Early Childhood Special Educator
Yuba County Office Of Education
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Established safe play environment for students.
- Redirected poor behavior using positive reinforcement method, resulting in decrease in tantrums in classroom.
- Developed and taught engaging and developmentally appropriate lesson plans to differentiate needs for learners.
- Developed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities, multisensory materials, and real-world connections to enhance student understanding.
Preschool Teacher
New Adventures Preschool
08.2014 - 08.2019
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Education
Early Childhood Special Education Credential
University of Massachusetts Global
Irvine, CA12.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
National University
La Jolla, CA09.2019
High School Diploma -
Yuba City High Shool
Yuba City05.2012
Skills
- Early intervention
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- Adaptive learning tools
- Collaborative Problem-Solving
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Emotional Regulation
Timeline
Early Childhood Special Educator
Marysville Joint Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
Early Childhood Special Educator
Yuba County Office Of Education
08.2021 - 07.2023
Preschool Teacher
New Adventures Preschool
08.2014 - 08.2019
Early Childhood Special Education Credential
University of Massachusetts Global
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
National University
High School Diploma -
Yuba City High Shool
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