Carsen Bevel
Cleburne,TX
Summary
An organized special education teacher who is successful at providing classroom and emotional structure for special needs children required to flourish in an academic setting. Certified and licensed in Texas, and a highly qualified educator. Coordinates well with classroom teachers, with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson plan accommodations for students. Familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive during times of stress or conflict.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Keene ISD
Keene, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Teaching 4th and 5th-grade math resource classes.
- Teaching Content Mastery classes.
- I taught 5th-grade Reading Resource.
- Designed and delivered personalized learning for each student, and advocated for student inclusion and success in general education environments.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports, and state-specific special education documentation.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress toward IEP goals.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to develop strategies for meeting the unique educational needs of individual students.
- Developed and implemented instructional activities that were tailored to meet the individual needs of each student.
Personal Trainer
Camp Gladiator
09.2014 - Current
- Assisted individuals in setting achievable fitness goals, monitoring progress for success
- Utilized effective record-keeping system for tracking customer information
- Educated clients on proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach
- Was also a Director over a team of trainers for 3 years
Special Education Teacher / Boys Coach
Fort Worth ISD
Fort Worth, TX
08.2011 - 12.2016
- Helped open the new Middle School on the east side of Fort Worth
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs
- Worked with students with moderate autism to increase life skills
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration
- Coached 8th grade Football and Soccer
7th Grade Science Teacher / Boys Coach
Athens ISD
Athens, TX
08.2010 - 05.2011
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes
- Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts
- Instructed students using variety of classroom methods and adapted methodology and instructional materials to meet student needs, abilities and Individualized Educational Plans
- Coached 7th grade Football, Basketball and Track
Horticulture Teacher
The Geo Group
07.2008 - 07.2010
- Worked with Correctional staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners and unexpected situations
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet standards
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
Education
Master of Interdisciplinary Studies - Special Education & History
Western New Mexico University
Silver City, NM08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Education
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX05.2008
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Cooperative Attitude
- Classroom Observation
- Team Collaboration
- Small Group Instruction
- Student Records Management
- Motivating Students
- Positive Interactions
- Critical Thinking
- Test Proctoring
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Individualized education plans
Certification
- Special Education Grades EC - 12
- Generalist Grade 4 - 8
- Agricultural Science & Technology Grade 6 - 12
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Keene ISD
08.2023 - Current
Personal Trainer
Camp Gladiator
09.2014 - Current
Special Education Teacher / Boys Coach
Fort Worth ISD
08.2011 - 12.2016
7th Grade Science Teacher / Boys Coach
Athens ISD
08.2010 - 05.2011
Horticulture Teacher
The Geo Group
07.2008 - 07.2010
Master of Interdisciplinary Studies - Special Education & History
Western New Mexico University
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Education
Tarleton State University
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