Bridget Carlson
Davenport,IA
Summary
Knowledgeable professional in supporting children's diverse needs and providing opportunities to encourage literacy skills based on interests that motivate learning. Teacher capable of troubleshooting technology and collaborating with teachers and staff. Educator experienced with PBIS, Battle of the Books, Destiny, and various software used throughout the district. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher Strat I/II LD/BD
Davenport Community School District
Davenport, United States
08.2019 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Taught reading, language arts and social sciences in self-contained ED and LD classroom.
Language Arts Teacher Grade 6
Davenport Community School District
Davenport, IA
08.2014 - Current
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering Language Arts and Literature reflecting Common Core alignment.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Fostered love of reading and writing by collaborating with school librarian and other teachers.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
Special Education Teacher Level 3 BD
Davenport Community School District
Davenport, IA
08.2009 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught reading, language arts and social sciences in self-contained ED and LD classroom.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior.
Education
Special Education Instructional Strat II LD/BD - Special Education
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL06.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA12.2008
Skills
- Providing positive supportive environment for students
- Working with diverse group of students
- Collaborating with staff
- Communicating with parents
- Knowledge of Google Applications, Microsoft Office Software, Destiny
- Common Core Learning Standards
- Providing accommodations and differentiate instruction for student
- Creating and promoting reading opportunities that motivate students' enjoyment of literacy
- Providing accommodations and differentiate instruction for student
- Creating and promoting reading opportunities that motivate students' enjoyment of literacy
Timeline
Special Education Teacher Strat I/II LD/BD
Davenport Community School District
08.2019 - Current
Language Arts Teacher Grade 6
Davenport Community School District
08.2014 - Current
Special Education Teacher Level 3 BD
Davenport Community School District
08.2009 - Current
Special Education Instructional Strat II LD/BD - Special Education
Western Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Northern Iowa
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