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CHRISTINE WOOD

Educator
Wendell,NC

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Summary

Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

JOHNSTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Smithfield, NC
08.2018 - Current
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).

ESL TEACHER

Independent Contractor
Wendell, NC
07.2017 - 06.2022
  • Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
  • Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
  • Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
  • Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies.
  • Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
  • Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.

Licensed Vocational Nurse

WHITE PLAINS HOPITAL
White Plains, NY
07.2007 - 10.2014
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded them in electronic medical records.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising RN.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Worked with medical teams to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.

Education

Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis

CAPELLA UNIVERSITY
Minnesota, MN
06.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

AMERICAN PUBLIC UNIVERSITY
West Virginia
05.2018

Skills

  • Maintain well-organized classroom
  • Data Management
  • Competent in Smart Board Technology
  • In-Depth Knowledge of Autism
  • Curriculum Adjustments
  • Conflict Resolution Techniques
  • Verbal and Non-verbal Communication
  • Behavior Modification
  • Classroom Management
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Individual Education Plans IEPs
  • Cognitive Disabilities Knowledge
  • Crisis Prevention and Intervention
  • Behavior Standards
  • Autism and Spectrum Disorders

Timeline

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

JOHNSTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
08.2018 - Current

ESL TEACHER

Independent Contractor
07.2017 - 06.2022

Licensed Vocational Nurse

WHITE PLAINS HOPITAL
07.2007 - 10.2014

Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis

CAPELLA UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

AMERICAN PUBLIC UNIVERSITY

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