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Caleah Whitaker

Durham,North Carolina

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Instructional Assistant

Durham Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
  • Accelerated student learning with targeted lessons and activities
  • Promoted life skills development for students needing additional support
  • Utilized available technology tools to engage students in learning and further academic development
  • Maintained consistent and well-coordinated support for students with diverse special education needs
  • Enhanced learning environments by setting up class displays and activity stations.
  • Assisted and mentored students in groups of up to four by reviewing lesson teachings and answering questions.

Special Education Teacher

Durham Public Schools
08.2019 - 08.2023
  • Administered and interpreted formal and informal educational assessments and prepared written evaluation reports.
  • Evaluated student work to identify learning gaps, monitor effort and give written feedback.
  • Assessed student progress and challenges in academic performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
  • Collaborated with testing specialists and social workers regarding IEP development and modification.
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • 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.

Department Specialist

Old Navy
11.2016 - 08.2019
  • Elevated team productivity using practical training and motivational strategies
  • Focused sales and marketing efforts on customer preferences and consumer trends
  • Sustained high customer satisfaction rates with problem resolution and feedback loops
  • Achieved revenue targets by coaching employees on promotional strategies.

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Behavioral and Social Sciences -

North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC
05.2019

Skills

  • Data Management
  • Progress Reporting
  • Evidence-Based Assessment
  • Adobe Applications
  • Technical Writing
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Strategy planning
  • Training and mentoring
  • Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
  • Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Expert Communication
  • Differentiated Instruction

Volunteer Experience

  • Special Olympics, Durham, North Carolina, 04/2022, Current, Treated people from all backgrounds with dignity and respect., Used active listening skills to communicate clearly in discussions., Organized and supervised games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
  • Boys and Girls Club, Durham, North Carolina, 05/2016, 05/2019, Developed good relationships with students and staff to promote trust., Maintained positive learning experience for students with diverse backgrounds., Conducted one-on-one and group tutoring to assist students with difficult lessons.

Timeline

Special Education Instructional Assistant

Durham Public Schools
08.2023 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Durham Public Schools
08.2019 - 08.2023

Department Specialist

Old Navy
11.2016 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Behavioral and Social Sciences -

North Carolina Central University

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