Christiner Martin
Summary
Knowledgeable Special Education Interventionist bringing 24 years of education experience. Flexible and adaptable approach to meet student needs. Dedicated education expert driven to build lifelong learning skills in struggling students. Talent for proactively reaching students to prevent issues related to falling far behind. Skilled Special Education Teacher proficient in successful interventions. Familiar with diverse techniques and strategies to improve student abilities at all levels.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Interventionist: Special Education
Catapult Learning
08.2021 - Current
- Provide reading and math instruction to small groups of first grade through fifth grade students
- Utilize Catapult curriculum to develop and maintain individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans
- Collaborate and provide support to first grade through fifth grade teachers as a resource for students with academic, social, and behavioral needs
- Implement curriculum based instructional models and strategies in reading, math, and writing skills to students receiving services
- Collect and maintain pre and post test data, student attendance, parent communication, and compliance documentation.
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and promoting a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
- Conducted small group instruction focusing on specific skill areas, allowing for targeted remediation efforts within the classroom setting.
- Monitored student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting interventions as needed to maximize success.
Early Childhood Education Teacher
Palmetto Preschool Learning Center
08.2019 - 07.2021
- Organized and provided developmentally appropriate early childhood education programs
- Planned and implemented lesson plans and education for two- to three-year-old children
- Provided activities that encourage exploration and problem solving appropriate to the developmental skills and learning styles of children
- Provided a supportive environment in which children can learn acceptable individual and group behaviors
- Interacted with parents while maintaining open and cooperative communication with parents and families.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by implementing effective behavior management strategies and fostering strong student-teacher relationships.
- Designed and implemented engaging learning centers that allowed students to explore new concepts at their own pace.
- Implemented hands-on activities that encouraged creativity and critical thinking while supporting curriculum goals.
Special Education Teacher
Anderson Preparatory Academy
07.2011 - 06.2013
- Collaborated with teachers on modifications and accommodations to ensure the diverse needs of third - fifth grade students are met according to their Individual Education Plans
- Developed math, language arts, science, and social studies lesson plans for third - fifth grade students with cognitive, emotional, and learning disabilities
- Utilized web-based curriculums such as Compass, Imagine It, and RealMath which targets individual grade level equivalency and IEP goals
- Conducted and planned annual case conferences.
- 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.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
Special Education Teacher
Title I Math and Reading Teacher
11.2008 - 06.2010
- Collaborated with teachers on modifications and accommodations to ensure the diverse needs of K - 10th grade students were met according to their Individual Education Plans
- Supported teachers on effective work strategies with Special Need students, maintained a support while providing interventions for successful behavior management
- Implemented diverse learning techniques to promote effective learning including individualized instruction, problem solving activities, and small group interaction
- Participated in annual case conferences and implemented student Individual Education Plans.
- 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.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
At Risk Teacher
Andrew J. Brown Academy
10.2007 - 11.2008
- Collaborated with teachers enforcing effective learning strategies to improve the academic challenges and needs of first - eighth grade at-risk students
- Implemented diverse learning techniques to promote effective learning including individualized instruction, problem solving activities, and small group interaction
- Tutored 1st - 8th grade at-risk students in reading and math for mastery on quarterly benchmark and state tests
- Developed and implemented weekly reading and math lesson plans to instruct and improve students’ academic success.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Special Education Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
08.2006 - 05.2007
- Worked at Forrest Manor Middle School.
Special Education Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
11.2003 - 05.2006
- Worked at Crispus Attucks Middle School.
Special Education Teacher
Garland Independent School District
08.2000 - 05.2003
- Worked at Abbett Elementary.
Education
M. Ed. - Special Education
Butler University
Indianapolis, IN08.2009
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Grambling State University
Grambling, LA05.1997
Skills
- Continuous professional development
- Progress Monitoring
- Resource Navigation
- Flexible approach
- Teacher Collaboration
- Assessments
- Student evaluations
- Differentiated Instruction
Timeline
Interventionist: Special Education
Catapult Learning
08.2021 - Current
Early Childhood Education Teacher
Palmetto Preschool Learning Center
08.2019 - 07.2021
Special Education Teacher
Anderson Preparatory Academy
07.2011 - 06.2013
Special Education Teacher
Title I Math and Reading Teacher
11.2008 - 06.2010
At Risk Teacher
Andrew J. Brown Academy
10.2007 - 11.2008
Special Education Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
08.2006 - 05.2007
Special Education Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
11.2003 - 05.2006
Special Education Teacher
Garland Independent School District
08.2000 - 05.2003
M. Ed. - Special Education
Butler University
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Grambling State University