Carol Rothman
LAWRENCEVILLE,GA
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with 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. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement. Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion. Versatile and dedicated [Job Title] with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students. Organized [Job Title] successful at providing classroom and emotional structure for special needs children required to flourish in academic setting. Certified and licensed in [State] and recognized as highly qualified educator. Coordinates well with classroom teachers with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Brookwood Elementary
08.2007 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to students with a range strengths an needs.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with varying disabilities.
- Assisted struggling students to progress by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Coordinated special education students' schedules with master schedule.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior and academic performance.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Built positive and productive relationships with teachers to drive improvements in reading instruction.
Special Education Teacher
Chattahoochee Elementary School
08.2001 - 06.2007
Special Education Teacher
P.B. Ritch Elementary School
08.1996 - 06.2001
Lead Therapist
Crossroads Program
02.1995 - 06.1996
- Documented student information, treatment plans, and responses.
- Delivered interventions to help students develop healthy coping skills.
- Tracked progress according to goals for interventions.
- Met firm deadlines while applying results-driven and goal-oriented methodology to teaching initiatives.
- Determined validity and reliability of data gathering methods.
Behavior Support Therapist
Crossroads Program
08.1994 - 01.1995
- Utilized variety of methods, skills and tools to provide direct behavior support to students on caseload.
- Delivered evidence-based behavior curricula to students while maintaining high levels of behavioral and academic expectations for students.
- Developed intervention support plans for students to build behavioral skill capacity and preserve student access to instruction.
- Built and maintained therapeutic relationships, fostering positive, supportive and empowering client environments.
Education
Specialist in Education - Behavioral Learning Disabilities
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA08.2003
Master of Education - Behavioral Learning Disabilities
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA06.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL04.1994
Skills
- Skills Development
- Student Records and Data Management
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
- Material Selection
- Parent Communication
- Community Resource Referrals
- Scheduling Proficiency
- Assessment Administration
- Small Group Instruction
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Relationship Building
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Parent Communications
- Team Collaboration
- Classroom Management
- Elementary Education
- Visual Supports
- Instructional Adaptation
- Motor Skills Development
- Functional Behavior Assessment
- Assistive Technology
- Multicultural Awareness
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Data Collection
- Social Skills Training
- Co-teaching Experience
- Literacy Intervention
- Parent-Teacher Collaboration
- Assessment Strategies
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Instructional Strategies
- Inclusion Strategies
- Learning Disabilities Expertise
- Student Recordkeeping
- Faculty Collaboration
Certification
Standard Professional leadership certificate- Director: Special Education
Literacy Advisory Committee
Special Education Mentor Teacher
Reading Endorsement
Awarded National Board Teacher Certification- 2003
Local School Council
Continuous Professional Growth in Literacy Instruction
Currently seeking ESOL Endorsement
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Brookwood Elementary
08.2007 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Chattahoochee Elementary School
08.2001 - 06.2007
Special Education Teacher
P.B. Ritch Elementary School
08.1996 - 06.2001
Lead Therapist
Crossroads Program
02.1995 - 06.1996
Behavior Support Therapist
Crossroads Program
08.1994 - 01.1995
Specialist in Education - Behavioral Learning Disabilities
Georgia State University
Master of Education - Behavioral Learning Disabilities
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Florida State University
Standard Professional leadership certificate- Director: Special Education
Literacy Advisory Committee
Special Education Mentor Teacher
Reading Endorsement
Awarded National Board Teacher Certification- 2003
Local School Council
Continuous Professional Growth in Literacy Instruction
Currently seeking ESOL Endorsement
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