Celeste Richardson
Morocco,IN
Summary
Accomplished Special Education Teacher and Case Manager with a proven track record in developing tailored IEPs and comprehensive case management plans, ensuring academic success and client welfare. Skilled in differentiated instruction and relationship building, with significant achievements in enhancing student and client outcomes. Expertise honed at South Newton School Corporation and in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. 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.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
South Newton School Corporation
Kentland, IN
08.2020 - 05.2024
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
Case Manager
Valley Oaks
Rensselaer, IN
01.2018 - 08.2020
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Advocated for client rights when interacting with external agencies or institutions, ensuring fair treatment at all times.
Case Manager
White's Residential & Family Services
Wheatfield, IN
07.2015 - 01.2018
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Achieved positive client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
- Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
Case Manager
Department Of Child Services
Monticello, IN
12.2013 - 07.2015
- Advocated for client rights when interacting with external agencies or institutions, ensuring fair treatment at all times.
- Provided crisis intervention support for clients experiencing emergencies, using appropriate techniques to de-escalate situations safely.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists, and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Indiana University Northwest
Gary, IN12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Indiana University Northwest
Gary, IN12.2013
High School Diploma -
North Newton High School
Morocco, IN06.2008
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Small Group Instruction
- Relationship Building
- Data Management
- Inclusion Strategies
- Team Collaboration
- De-Escalation Techniques
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
South Newton School Corporation
08.2020 - 05.2024
Case Manager
Valley Oaks
01.2018 - 08.2020
Case Manager
White's Residential & Family Services
07.2015 - 01.2018
Case Manager
Department Of Child Services
12.2013 - 07.2015
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Indiana University Northwest
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Indiana University Northwest
High School Diploma -
North Newton High School