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Clesta M. Foor
High View,WV
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
26
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Loudoun County Public SchoolsAshburn, VA
Special Educator
08.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Currently teaching sections of self contained English 8, US History 7, and co-teaching sectionals of English 8
- Facilitated positive behavior support systems to enhance classroom management and promote a conducive learning environment.
- Developed strong partnerships with general education teachers to foster inclusive classrooms where all students felt valued and supported.
- Improved student engagement by implementing creative, hands-on learning approaches and modifying curriculum materials.
Frederick County Public SchoolsWinchester, VA
Special Educator
08.2000 - 08.2022
Job overview
- 24 years of teaching experience with scholars in grades 6-8 which includes many years of self-contained, special education instruction with scholars with varying disabilities
- I have taught all middle school core content areas, grades 6-8, (including Geography) and have experience co-teaching using various modalities.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Mentored new special education teachers by sharing best practices, providing feedback on lesson plans, and offering guidance on classroom management techniques.
Timeline
Special Educator
Loudoun County Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Special Educator
Frederick County Public Schools
08.2000 - 08.2022
Old Dominion University
Master of Science from Special Education
08.1998 - 05.2025
Certification
Virginia Department of Education Teaching License
Endorsements in Special Education K-12
Middle School English 6-8
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Accomplishments
- Special Education Department chairperson for 2 years.
- Trained fellow teachers on the procedures for completing Individual Education Plans.
Skills
Inclusion strategies
Classroom organization
Parent-teacher collaboration
Positive reinforcement
Emotional support
Social skills training
Literacy intervention
Data collection
Functional behavior assessment
Relationship building
Lesson planning
Parent communications
Positive role model
Behavior intervention plans
Verbal and nonverbal communication
Behavior modification
Life skills instruction
De-escalation techniques
Curriculum adjustments
Differentiated instruction
Crisis prevention and intervention
Conflict resolution techniques
Data management
Student records management
Special education
Learning style assessments
Head teacher support
National education association
Evidence-based assessment
IEP implementation
Competent in smartboard technology
Excellent classroom management
IEP and BIP implementation
Virginia education association
IEP development
Multitasking Abilities
Reliability
Excellent communication
Active listening
Education
Old Dominion UniversityNorfolk, VA
Master of Science from Special Education
08.1998 - 05.2025
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