Charissa Davis
Beaverton,OR
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.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Program Specialist
Oregon Virtual Academy
North Bend, OR
08.2021 - Current
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Managed 5 case managers to ensure special education deadlines were met and current.
Special Education Teacher
Oregon Virtual Academy
North Bend, OR, OR
02.2018 - 06.2021
- 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.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Special Education Teacher
Portland Public School District
Portland, OR, OR
08.2017 - 06.2018
- 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.
- Taught students from grades K-5 in all academic areas.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Portland State University
Portland, OR06.2020
Master of Science - Special Education
Portland State University
Portland, OR06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Portland State University
Portland, OR06.2015
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Individualized Education Programs (IEP)
- Instructional Techniques
- IEP Compliance
- Classroom accommodations and modifications
Timeline
Special Education Program Specialist
Oregon Virtual Academy
08.2021 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Oregon Virtual Academy
02.2018 - 06.2021
Special Education Teacher
Portland Public School District
08.2017 - 06.2018
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Portland State University
Master of Science - Special Education
Portland State University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Portland State University
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