Carole Lyn Brown
Crandall,TX
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record with 30+ years, skilled in developing tailored IEPs and fostering a positive learning environment. Expertise in differentiated instruction and student counseling enhances academic success for diverse learners. Committed to continuous improvement and collaboration with educators to achieve student growth.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
6
6
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
A. B. Staffing Solutions
11.2024 - 03.2025
- 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.
- Advocated for rights and needs of students with special education requirements, ensuring access to appropriate resources and accommodations.
MTA Dyslexia Interventionist
Forney ISD
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with teachers to modify curriculum materials for better accessibility to dyslexic learners.
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, guiding student focus towards desired outcomes.
- Facilitated small group sessions for personalized dyslexia interventions, promoting a supportive learning environment.
MTA Dyslexia Interventionist
Crandall ISD
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Served as a resource and advocate for students with dyslexia, fostering a positive school culture that embraced diverse learning needs.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, fostering open communication regarding their children''s progress and needs.
- Ensured compliance with relevant state regulations and guidelines for dyslexia intervention services, maintaining the highest standards of educational support.
Special Education Teacher
Trinity Basin Preparatory
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Partnered with general education teachers from across academic departments.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
Special Education Teacher
Ferris ISD
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
MTA Dyslexia Interventionist
Life School Of Dallas
08.2015 - 11.2018
- Maintained data to monitor and evaluate student progress and communicated regularly with parents of students regarding child's progress.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Led professional development workshops for educators on strategies to accommodate and support dyslexic learners in their classrooms, contributing to a more inclusive educational environment.
2nd Grade Teacher
Killeen ISD
08.2006 - 05.2007
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
Dyslexia Interventionist
Killeen ISD
08.2005 - 05.2006
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Applied proven strategies to improve students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills.
- Set achievable and challenging goals for individualized education plans for dyslexic students.
Self-Contained Special Education Teacher
Gatesville ISD
08.2003 - 05.2004
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Implemented and taught life skills program, enabling students to master such tasks as checkbook balancing and laundry.
- Coordinated services between general education teachers, specialists, and other support staff to ensure seamless delivery of instruction and accommodations for special education students.
SpEd Focus Redirector (E. D.), 5th & 6th Grades
Copperas Cove ISD
08.2001 - 06.2003
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
English Teacher, Jr. & Sr. High Schools @ DAEP
Copperas Cove ISD
12.2000 - 06.2001
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Established appropriate deadlines and provided complete instructions for reading assignment and homework.
LEAD Dyslexia Interventionist
Copperas Cove ISD
08.1987 - 12.1997
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Developed teachers to improve practices as evidenced by improved student achievement on district formative and standardized measures.
Regular Education Teacher, Grades 2nd, 3rd, & 5th
Barrow County School System
09.1980 - 02.1987
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Georgia
Athens, GA12.1979
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Gainesville Jr. College
Gainesville, GANo Degree - Early Childhood Education
Central Texas College
Killeen, TXSkills
- Student records management
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Student counseling
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Special Education, 1st - 12th
Certification
- Teacher of Young Children (PK-3) - Provisional (Lifetime)
- Secondary Reading (6-12) - Provisional (Lifetime)
- Special Education (EC-12) - Standard
- E. S. L. (EC-6) - Standard
- Generic Special Education (EC-12) - Standard
- Early Childhood Education ( PK - Kdg.)
Professional References
1. Peggy Kezar
Parent of former student
214-505-4948
peggy@kezarnet.com
2. Yvette White
Colleague @ Trinity Basin Prep.
O. T. - Contractor
682-716-0815
Ot4function@gmail.com
3. Jennifer Y. Kolb
Colleague @ Trinity Basin Prep.
Middle School Instructional Coach
972-849-7117
j.yvonne1129@gmail.com
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
A. B. Staffing Solutions
11.2024 - 03.2025
MTA Dyslexia Interventionist
Forney ISD
08.2023 - 05.2024
MTA Dyslexia Interventionist
Crandall ISD
08.2022 - 05.2023
Special Education Teacher
Trinity Basin Preparatory
08.2021 - 07.2022
Special Education Teacher
Ferris ISD
08.2019 - 05.2020
MTA Dyslexia Interventionist
Life School Of Dallas
08.2015 - 11.2018
2nd Grade Teacher
Killeen ISD
08.2006 - 05.2007
Dyslexia Interventionist
Killeen ISD
08.2005 - 05.2006
Self-Contained Special Education Teacher
Gatesville ISD
08.2003 - 05.2004
SpEd Focus Redirector (E. D.), 5th & 6th Grades
Copperas Cove ISD
08.2001 - 06.2003
English Teacher, Jr. & Sr. High Schools @ DAEP
Copperas Cove ISD
12.2000 - 06.2001
LEAD Dyslexia Interventionist
Copperas Cove ISD
08.1987 - 12.1997
Regular Education Teacher, Grades 2nd, 3rd, & 5th
Barrow County School System
09.1980 - 02.1987
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Georgia
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Gainesville Jr. College
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Central Texas College
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