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Caroline Smith

Newburgh,IN

Summary

Experienced special education teacher with 6 years of expertise in developing personalized education plans, promoting student engagement, and successfully managing multiple competing responsibilities. Effective communicator and collaborator, with a strong understanding of the insurance industry. Skilled in building relationships with clients, brokers, and other stakeholders while consistently delivering outstanding service. Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a strong ability to identify potential risks and develop effective solutions.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

John H. Castle Elementary
08.2024 - Current
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.


Special Education Teacher

Spottsville Elementary
08.2018 - 05.2024
  • Crafted and executed individualized education plans as a Special Education Teacher
  • Innovatively collaborated with educational team, enhancing student engagement
  • Addressed learning difficulties with tailored strategies, improving student outcomes
  • Prepared accommodating lesson plans, ensuring inclusive learning environment
  • Built meaningful relationships with students, parents, and coworkers

Sales Representative

Allstate Insurance Co
11.2010 - 07.2018
  • Promoted conversion of casual shoppers into customers through product knowledge and product solutions to meet customer needs.
  • Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.
  • Fielded customer complaints and facilitated negotiations, resolving issues and reaching mutual conclusions.
  • Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
  • Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
  • Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.
  • Followed up with customers on unresolved issues.
  • Collaborated with claims department to resolve claims.

Education

Master of Education - Special Education

Georgetown College
Georgetown
05.2020

Bachelor of Science - Health And Wellness

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
01-2009

Skills

  • Team Collaboration
  • Adaptability
  • Problem Solving
  • Student Progress Tracking
  • Account management
  • Claims reporting systems
  • Lead development
  • Classroom and Office Management
  • Cognitive and behavioral development
  • Client account management

Extracurricular Activities

Girls 4th/5th Grade Basketball Coach, 3 seasons 

Member of the School Based Decision Making Council, 3 years 

Member of the School's Culture Crew, 2 years

School Yearbook, 3 years

References

  • Jenna Weir, jenna.weir@henderson.kyschools.us, (812)249-5169
  • Blake Book, blake.book@henderson.kyschools.us, (270)577-6589
  • Stacey Ligon, stacey.ligon@henderson.kyschools.us (270-925-4976)

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

John H. Castle Elementary
08.2024 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Spottsville Elementary
08.2018 - 05.2024

Sales Representative

Allstate Insurance Co
11.2010 - 07.2018

Master of Education - Special Education

Georgetown College

Bachelor of Science - Health And Wellness

Western Kentucky University

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