Charlene Cody
Stockbridge,GA
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Support Facilitator
Henry County Schools
06.2019 - Current
- Facilitated dialogue between participants, family and program workers to provide best possible program and individualized program.
- Assist the Principal and school leadership team with scheduling ESE students per the IEP, maximize services of ESE students by reviewing staff schedules, student schedules, and the master schedule.
- Developed and implemented organizational systems to better manage training documentation and progress reporting.
- Serve as liaison between district ESE office and local school.
- Ensure legal compliance with federal, state, and local guidelines related to IDEA and IEP implementation. Serve as a resource to ensure school principal and staff maintain compliance at the school level with all federal, state, and local rules and regulations, as well as Henry County Schools’ practices.
- Attend IEP meetings and provide constructive feedback. Facilitate Eligibility meetings (Initial and Comprehensive Reevaluations), Initial Placement, Transfer Acceptance, Annual Review, and Addendum meetings as appropriate.
- HEART Program -Mentor Teacher(2023-2024)
- MINDSET Trained (2023-2024)
- Consult with the MTSS administrator regarding those students being referred/potentially referred for a comprehensive evaluation.
- Support school staff in re-evaluation requirements and determinations related to federal, state, and local rules and regulations.
- Conducted Teacher Observations and provided timely feedback
- Assist the Principal and school leadership with the implementation and evaluation of the continuous improvement process. Assist with linking program goals and CSIPs to the district vision and strategic direction. Work directly with school leadership to ensure school improvement efforts align with Henry County’s community-inspired strategic plan.
- Attend district trainings and meetings as required.
- Plan, develop, and implement professional development to assist teachers in writing measurable goals, providing specially designed instruction, using data to improve instructional practices. Support implementation of assessment practices through teacher training on IEP development.
- Assisted AP with preparation for the GMAS
- Collaborative Member during Retention Meetings
- Collaborative Team Member of School Wide Discipline Process
Teacher
Henry County Schools
08.2016 - 06.2019
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Department Chair for ELA Team
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.(MTSS)
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Teacher
Fulton County Schools
02.2008 - 06.2016
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Department Chair for Special Ed Team
- Collaborated with colleagues to maintain state and district compliance
Teacher's Assistant
Jackson Elementary
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
Teacher's Assistant
Brown Middle School
10.1990 - 06.1993
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Assisted with small groups
- Assisted with reading program
- Assisted with data collection
- Supported School Events
Private School Teacher
Seeds Of Greatness Christian Academy
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Education
Beulah Heights University
Atlanta, GAMaster of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Argosy University
Atlanta Education
Georgia State University
Atlanta, United StatesEducation
Atlanta Metropolitan State College
Atlanta, GASkills
- Proficient Communication Skills ( Written and Oral)
- Technology Skills
- Professional Development Facilitator
- Department Management
- Leadership Abilities
Certification
- Georgia Educator Certificate (Exp- 6/30/2028)
Middle Grades (4-8) Language Arts
Reading Endorsement
Sp Ed General Curriculum ( P-12)
Sp Ed Language Arts (P-5), (4-8)
Sp Ed Math (P-5), (4-8)
Sp Ed Science (P-5), (4-8)
Sp Ed Social Students (P-5). (4-8)
Timeline
Student Support Facilitator
Henry County Schools
06.2019 - Current
Teacher
Henry County Schools
08.2016 - 06.2019
Teacher
Fulton County Schools
02.2008 - 06.2016
Teacher's Assistant
Jackson Elementary
01.2007 - 01.2008
Teacher's Assistant
Brown Middle School
10.1990 - 06.1993
Private School Teacher
Seeds Of Greatness Christian Academy
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Education
Beulah Heights University
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Argosy University
Education
Georgia State University
Education
Atlanta Metropolitan State College
- Georgia Educator Certificate (Exp- 6/30/2028)
Middle Grades (4-8) Language Arts
Reading Endorsement
Sp Ed General Curriculum ( P-12)
Sp Ed Language Arts (P-5), (4-8)
Sp Ed Math (P-5), (4-8)
Sp Ed Science (P-5), (4-8)
Sp Ed Social Students (P-5). (4-8)
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