Calie Chapman
Special Education Teacher
Vancouver,WA
Summary
I am a Special Education Teacher with a passion for social justice and working with youth who are the most afflicted of social stigma. I have a profound background in trauma informed practices and utilize a systematic teaching approach to work with students to build up self confidence, self control, self worth and continued academic and self awareness growth. I utilize an integrated approach with students and families to ensure success can always be within reach. I am Skilled in Conflict Resolution, Collaboration, team Building, and Trauma informed practices. I have a Strong educational background in special education, evidence based practices in behavior, sociology and social justice.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Evergreen Public Schools- Shahala Middle School
Vancouver, WA
06.2021 - Current
- I work to foster an environment of naturalistic leaning opportunities for all students. I specialize in working with students from diverse learning and socially impaired backgrounds. I assess each student individually and create a plan of action based on the social/emotional needs of the student. With focus on social equity and empowerment I work with each student to foster their own confidence and self-awareness to excell to their highest potential.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with numerous departments and standard education teachers.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
Education
Graduate Teacher Preparation Program - Special Education
Portland State Univeristy
Portland, OR 06.2019 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Social Science
Portland State University
Portland, OR 03.2016 - 03.2019
Skills
Conflict resolution techniques
Classroom management
Group and individual instruction
Child development
Middle school education
Differentiated instruction
Cultural Awareness
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Crisis Intervention
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA)
Applied behavioral analysis
Solution-based interventions
Efficient under pressure
Life skills development
Strengths-based solution-focused therapy
Intervention planning
Learning disability awareness
Social skills teacher
Expertise in crisis intervention techniques
Strong public speaker
Advanced research in evidence based practices
Mental health support
Case management proficiency
Adept at conflict resolution
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Evergreen Public Schools- Shahala Middle School
06.2021 - Current
Graduate Teacher Preparation Program - Special Education
Portland State Univeristy
06.2019 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Social Science
Portland State University
03.2016 - 03.2019