Chelsea Toon
Discovery Bay,CA
Summary
Dedicated educator experienced at classroom management, individualized education plans, case management, and skilled at implementing standard based lessons. A talent for utilizing diverse educational strategies and progress monitoring. Decisive leader, analytical problem solver and eager to coordinate with team members. Creates and maintains educational atmosphere that encourages effective student learning and supports school programs and goals. Demonstrates knowledge and best practices in differentiating instruction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Byron Union School District
Byron, CA
06.2018 - Current
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Instructed special education classes using evidence-based practices.
Substitute Teacher
Byron Union School District
Byron, CA
10.2013 - 04.2016
- Communicated expectations and reinforced classroom goals while securing a safe, positive and constructive environment in both mainstream and special education environments
- Maintained high classroom and behavior management standards while continuing completion of classroom responsibilities
- Preserved routine throughout lesson objectives, assignments, quizzes, and tests in order to further student success.
Substitute Teacher
Brentwood Union School District
Brentwood, CA
10.2013 - 04.2016
- Supervised students in classroom and out-of-classroom activities ensuring fairness and equality for all students
- Taught multiple subjects such as reading, writing, social studies, mathematics, and science while continuing to keep learning engaging yet effective in a classroom setting
- Aided in maintained student records documenting attendance, grades and progress towards goals.
Special Ed Teacher
Extended School Year
Brentwood, California
06.2015 - 07.2015
- Created and adapted lesson plans according to each individual students' physical educational and mental needs
- Skilled at organizing progress reports and communicating action plans to parents to target areas of growth
- Experience in conducting informal and formal assessment and using results to direct instructions.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education Moderate/Severe
National University
San Diego, CA09-2022
Bachelors of Art - Liberal studies
Cal State East Bay Hayward
07.2012
Skills
- Instructional plan implementation
- Interdisciplinary teaching
- Parent and student communication
- Differentiated instruction
- Motivating students
- Well-organized
- Excellent Classroom Management
- Instructional Strategies
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
Accomplishments
- District Teacher of the Year 2023
Certification
- California Teaching Credential
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Byron Union School District
06.2018 - Current
Special Ed Teacher
Extended School Year
06.2015 - 07.2015
Substitute Teacher
Byron Union School District
10.2013 - 04.2016
Substitute Teacher
Brentwood Union School District
10.2013 - 04.2016
Master of Science - Special Education Moderate/Severe
National University
Bachelors of Art - Liberal studies
Cal State East Bay Hayward
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