Christina Blackburn
Wentzville,MO
Summary
Seasoned Special Education Teacher offering 25 years� experience in educational leadership positions. Focused on building and enhancing relationships, meeting service needs and maintaining smooth administration of all department operations. Desire growth-oriented position in dynamic, fast-paced environment. Adept at identifying optimal curricula, developing lesson plans and aligning instruction with current learning goals Good planner, problem-solver and analytical leader with strong attention to detail and sound judgment focused on continuous improvement. Decisive, practical and strategic in leading operations and teams.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Department Chair
Wentzville R-IV School District
08.2020 - Current
- Enhanced individualized learning by developing and implementing tailored IEPs for each student.
- Streamlined processes for IEP development, ensuring timely completion and compliance with state regulations.
- Increased parent involvement through effective communication and collaboration on student progress.
- Improved classroom management by consistently implementing behavioral strategies and interventions.
- Promoted inclusion by collaborating with general education teachers to adapt lesson plans for students with disabilities.
- Mentored new special education teachers, providing guidance on best practices and classroom management techniques.
- Strengthened team cohesion among special education teachers, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Special Education Teacher
Wentzville R-IV School District
08.1999 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
Education
Master of Science - Master of Education in Learning And Technology
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05.2019
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05.2018
Bachelor of Science - History
University of Missouri St. Louis
St Louis, MO05.2006
Skills
- Collaborative Leadership
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Inclusive education
- Data-driven decision-making
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Staff Supervision
- Special Needs Advocacy
- Legal Compliance
- Faculty Coordination
- Special Education Programs
Certification
Educator's Certificate
Mild/Moderate Cross Categorical k-12
Career Continuous Professional Certificate
8/22/2013-8/22/2112
Timeline
Special Education Department Chair
Wentzville R-IV School District
08.2020 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Wentzville R-IV School District
08.1999 - Current
Master of Science - Master of Education in Learning And Technology
Western Governors University
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - History
University of Missouri St. Louis
Educator's Certificate
Mild/Moderate Cross Categorical k-12
Career Continuous Professional Certificate
8/22/2013-8/22/2112
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