Hi, I’m
ClARRISA CAMPBELL
Hebron,MD
Summary
Dynamic educator and mental health advocate with over 7 years of experience leading special education initiatives and collaborating with families. Expertise includes lesson planning, activity guidance, tutoring, and comprehensive evaluation of student performance, complemented by strong data tracking and effective communication with stakeholders. Recognized for reliability, adaptability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, consistently demonstrating excellent time management skills. Dedicated to fostering student and family success while contributing to the overall growth and well-being of everyday life.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Wicomico County Public Schools
Pre-Kindergarten Special Education Teacher
11.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
Buckingham Elementary Summer Academy – Worcester County Public Schools
Pre-K Educational Assistant
06.2022 - 07.2023
Job overview
- Prepared learning materials, helping teachers prepare for daily instruction.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals and objectives.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety, and security.
Salisbury Middle School, Wicomico County
Special Education Teacher
08.2021 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Taught students in a hybrid environment while keeping them engaged in and outside the classroom.
- Used creativity to help keep students engaged during lessons.
- Created learning and content strategies to meet needs of mentally and physically disabled students.
- Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism.
- Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Taught reading, language arts and social sciences in self-contained ED and LD classroom.
Mill Creek Middle School- Calvert County Public Schools
Alternative Education Teacher
10.2019 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Instructed up to 9 students individually and in groups on math, social sciences, english language arts, and elective subjects.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Maintained accurate and complete records for 9 students.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Integrated social emotional lessons and items into classroom to create safe and positive learning environment.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Southern Maryland Community Network
Home Intervention Program (IHIP) Case Specialist
07.2017 - 10.2019
Job overview
- Determined appropriate examinations, tests and specialists required for each case.
- Confirmed consultative reports and diagnostic test results.
- Scheduled follow-up and rescheduled appointments for examinees.
- Maintained docket calendar and database for accreditation.
- Stayed up-to-date Maryland laws and licensing requirements to complete accurate and efficient documentation.
- Worked with children 5-17 years old, creating and implementing behavioral treatment plans to help in the home, with peers, adults, and in the school setting.
- Detailed documentation for every visit.
- Created and implemented activity plans and learning goals.
- Collaborated with the community resources.
- Recorded and edited minutes of meetings and distributed to appropriate officials or staff members.
- Worked as a team with community and school based teams.
- Encouraged family involvement.
Personalized Therapy, LLC
Registered Behavioral Technician
12.2016 - 07.2017
Job overview
- As a behavioral therapist I worked with children diagnosed with Autism, ranging from 3-18 years old
- RBT training and testing.
- Implemented treatments.
- Tracked data to ensure understanding, then modified lessons to help student growth.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified supervisor of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
- Attended therapeutic educational group meetings and supported patients with guidance from supervisor or other professionals.
Education
University of PhoenixOnline
Continuing Education from Special Education Teacher 6-Adult
06.2023
University Maryland Global CampusOnline
Bachelor of Science from Psychology
05.2017
Salisbury UniversitySalisbury, MD
from Psychology
2015
College of Southern MarylandPrince Frederick, Maryland
2014
Skills
- Special Education Teaching Certification
- Audio-Visual Demonstrations
- Classroom Technology
- Reinforcing Learning Concepts
- Organization and Prioritization
- Tutoring and Mentoring
- Classroom Maintenance and Inventory
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Lesson Planning and Preparation
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Effective Communication
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Educational Games
- Educational Strategies
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Computer and Microsoft Office Skills
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Facilitating Online Learning
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Individualized Educational Plans
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Curriculum-Based Lessons
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Elementary and Secondary Education
- Positive Learning Environment
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Games and Manipulatives
- Multimedia Presentations
- Special Education
- Paperwork and Reporting
Timeline
Pre-Kindergarten Special Education Teacher
Wicomico County Public Schools
11.2022 - Current
Pre-K Educational Assistant
Buckingham Elementary Summer Academy – Worcester County Public Schools
06.2022 - 07.2023
Special Education Teacher
Salisbury Middle School, Wicomico County
08.2021 - 06.2022
Alternative Education Teacher
Mill Creek Middle School- Calvert County Public Schools
10.2019 - 06.2021
Home Intervention Program (IHIP) Case Specialist
Southern Maryland Community Network
07.2017 - 10.2019
Registered Behavioral Technician
Personalized Therapy, LLC
12.2016 - 07.2017
University of Phoenix
Continuing Education from Special Education Teacher 6-Adult
University Maryland Global Campus
Bachelor of Science from Psychology
Salisbury University
from Psychology
College of Southern Maryland
References
- Lisa Forbush - Instructional Supervisor of Special Education - WCPS - lforbush@mywcps.org
- Claire Green - Special Education Program Specialist - WCPS - cgreen@mywcps.org
- Abby Goebel - Lead Special Education Teacher - WCPS - agoebel@mywcps.org