Callie G. Lancaster
Nashville,TN
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with a 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 and cultural backgrounds. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Williamson County Schools
01.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state curriculum standards and specific child goals (e.g., behavioral, motor development, and communication skills, academic needs, vocational abilities, etc.)
- Fostered nurturing, inclusive classroom environment for up to 14 students, enhancing social and emotional development.
- Fostered a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment with up to 14 students promoting social and emotional development.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adjust interventions accordingly.
- Led meetings with various stakeholders with use of specific student data, needs, and strengths with awareness to culture and family needs.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Led meetings with stakeholders with use of specific student data, needs, and strengths with awareness to culture and family needs.
- Mentored and managed 4-person classroom team, guiding effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Collected and analyzed student and team data to drive conversations, projects, and progress trajectory
- Implemented evidence-based teaching strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Williamson County Schools
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Supported children in daily activities, fostering literacy, mathematics, social skills, and emotional development.
- Organized educational materials and resources, ensuring accessibility for all learners.
- Supported classroom management by maintaining a structured learning environment conducive to meeting the diverse needs of special education preschool students.
- Provided one-on-one assistance during academic tasks, ensuring students received personalized guidance and support.
- Managed daily routines for smooth transitions between activities, minimizing disruptions within the classroom environment.
- Aided in the implementation of behavior intervention plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors and promoting positive outcomes.
- Assisted lead teacher in preparing lesson materials, including creating visual displays, organizing resources, and gathering necessary supplies.
- Assisted in the assessment and monitoring of student progress, providing valuable data for adjusting instructional strategies.
Foster Care Case Manager
Department of Children’s Services
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Developed individualized care plans for children in foster care, ensuring alignment with state regulations.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary meetings to discuss child welfare and progress towards goals.
- Monitored compliance with safety standards and foster care regulations during home visits.
- Facilitated communication between foster families and social services to resolve issues effectively.
- Advocated for foster children by facilitating access to community resources and services to maximize safety and well-being of child.
- Attended proceedings and testified for three reunification and permanent placement cases.
- Strengthened child-parent relationships through facilitating supervised visitations and providing support during reunification processes.
- Enhanced community partnerships by building relationships with local schools, mental health providers, and other supportive services for children in foster care.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current research, policy changes, and best practices in child welfare through professional development opportunities.
- Updated 32 case records daily with all client contacts, service provider records, school records, home visits, parental visitation, and court records and proceedings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child and Family Studies
The University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN05-2021
Master of Education - Instructional Practice
Lipscomb University
Nashville, TN12-2023
Skills
- Early Intervention Strategies
- Inclusive Teaching Practices
- Assistive Technology Integration
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention
- Multidisciplinary/Stakeholder Collaboration and Communication
- Time Management
- American Sign Language
- Relationship Building and Mentoring
- Collaborative Problem-solving
Certification
Professional- 10-year Teacher License, Tennessee Department of Education, Liscsence number: 000737647, Feb. 2025
Timeline
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Williamson County Schools
01.2023 - Current
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Williamson County Schools
01.2022 - 12.2022
Foster Care Case Manager
Department of Children’s Services
06.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Child and Family Studies
The University of Tennessee
Master of Education - Instructional Practice
Lipscomb University