Dedicated Preschool Special Education Teacher with expertise in IEP implementation, parent-teacher collaboration, and behavioral management strategies. Proven ability to adapt curriculum to meet diverse learning needs and support student success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Special Education Teacher
Puyallup School District
Puyallup, WA
08.2017 - Current
Developed individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
Developed behavior intervention plans to help assist student with a variety of behaviors.
Collaborated with related service providers to ensure consistency of support for students across all areas of development.
Served as a resource for colleagues seeking guidance on effective strategies for working with children with special needs, contributing to overall school improvement efforts.
Trained staff on best practices for supporting children with special needs in school settings.
Facilitated communication between parents and educators to ensure consistent support for students.
Student teacher and new teacher mentor
Self-Contained Special Education Teacher (4th-6th)
Puyallup School District
Puyallup, WA
12.2015 - 08.2017
Developed individualized education plans to enhance student learning and engagement.
Implemented behavioral management strategies to support diverse student needs effectively.
Utilized various teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students had equal opportunities to succeed.
Coordinated services between general education teachers, specialists, and other support staff to ensure seamless delivery of instruction and accommodations for special education students.
Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Education
Master of Science - Autism Spectrum Disorder
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
11-2019
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
12-2015
Skills
Collaborative teamwork
Parent-teacher collaboration
Curriculum adjustments
De-escalation techniques
IEP and BIP implementation
Timeline
Preschool Special Education Teacher
Puyallup School District
08.2017 - Current
Self-Contained Special Education Teacher (4th-6th)
Puyallup School District
12.2015 - 08.2017
Master of Science - Autism Spectrum Disorder
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education