Carol Haferbier
Miles,IA
Summary
Flexible project manager with creativity in juggling numerous projects at once to satisfy rigorous content demand. Personable and dedicated, with self-motivated nature focused on independently handling project and team needs. Highly organized in preparing documentation, schedules and communications.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Alternative High School Teacher
Easton Valley Community School District
08.2013 - Current
- Provide in-person and online instruction for high school students with goal of meeting graduation requirements.
- .Collaborate with schoolwide teams to improve instruction and intervention
- .Differentiate instruction to enhance student success
- Build students critical thinking skills through use of engaging debate topics and problem-solving exercises.
- Establish positive classroom environment by setting clear expectations and fostering open communication among students and teachers.
Middle School Special Education Teacher
East Central CSD/ Northeast CSD
08.2010 - 08.2013
- Maintained behavioral expectations including assignment completion to ready students for high school
- Regularly communicated with stakeholders to develop and enhance expectations
- Differentiated instruction and supported individualized student learning
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Preston Community School District
08.1997 - 08.2010
- Conduct regular meetings with all stakeholders
- Differentiated and individualized instruction with tailored positive reinforcement.
- Regular formative and final assessments to measure IEP goals.
- Comply with all State and Federal legislation in a timely manner.
- Evolve classroom management to meet individual needs.
Behavior Disorder Teacher-Middle School
Clinton CSD
08.1995 - 08.1997
- Regular meetings to foster communication among all stake holders.
- Individualized instruction to enhance learning
- Behavior intervention including positive reinforcements
Special Education Paraprofessional
Preston Community Schools
Aug1985 - 08.1995
- Maintained records pertinent to IEP development
- Assisted in individual and group instruction
- Maintained communication between special ed and general ed teachers to ensure student understanding and completion of assignments
- Collaborated with head teacher to support student learning
- Aided in maintaining a positive, supportive classroom environment
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Drake University
Des Moines, IA05.2003
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Dubuque
Dubuque, IA05.1995
Associate of Arts - Education
Clinton Community College
Clinton, IA05.1993
Skills
- Excellent Communication: in person, telephone, electronic
- Teamwork and Collaboration: with individual stakeholders and teams
- Time management and priority setting
- Independent work with adaptability as needed
- Self directed
- Critical thinking and Problem Solving
- Digital Literacy
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational Skills
- Scheduling
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Documentation And Reporting
Timeline
Alternative High School Teacher
Easton Valley Community School District
08.2013 - Current
Middle School Special Education Teacher
East Central CSD/ Northeast CSD
08.2010 - 08.2013
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Preston Community School District
08.1997 - 08.2010
Behavior Disorder Teacher-Middle School
Clinton CSD
08.1995 - 08.1997
Special Education Paraprofessional
Preston Community Schools
Aug1985 - 08.1995
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Drake University
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Dubuque
Associate of Arts - Education
Clinton Community College
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