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Chelsea Ponder

Friendswood,TX

Summary

Dedicated Special Education Teacher with positive experiences at Putnam City Public Schools and Clear Creek Independent School District, excelling in modifying curriculum and fostering strong relationships with students, staff, and parents. Expert in classroom management and implementing accommodations, significantly enhancing student success and inclusion. Passionate about assisting students with positive behavior changes and developing confident learners.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Paraprofessional

Putnam City Public Schools
08.2015 - 05.2017
  • Supported teacher by efficiently handling classroom tasks, contributing to a productive educational setting.
  • Monitored and addressed student behavior to ensure a safe and productive classroom atmosphere.
  • Established strong rapport with students to foster a supportive learning environment.

Special Education Teacher

Putnam City Public Schools
08.2017 - 05.2023
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
  • Collaborated with related service providers to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.

Special Education Teacher

Clear Creek Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
  • Created and provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching.
  • Coordinated and collaborated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
  • Trained and managed a team of paraprofessionals in assisting students with behavior and academic needs
  • Served on the PBIS team to help train teachers in the school to redirect students using Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
  • Designed, planned, and applied effective behavior intervention plans.

Education

Master Of Science - Special Education

University of Houston
Houston, TX
05.2019

Bachelor Of Science - Interpersonal Communication

University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK
05.2015

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Data collection
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Behavior intervention plans
  • Visual supports
  • Assistive technology
  • Modifying curriculum
  • Implementing accommodations
  • Organization and scheduling

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Clear Creek Independent School District
08.2023 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Putnam City Public Schools
08.2017 - 05.2023

Special Education Paraprofessional

Putnam City Public Schools
08.2015 - 05.2017

Master Of Science - Special Education

University of Houston

Bachelor Of Science - Interpersonal Communication

University of Central Oklahoma

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