Clifton Coleman
Summary
Adaptable Special Education Elementary Behavior Teacher with in-depth knowledge and multifaceted abilities. Leads successful classes with richly diverse learners focused on personal development. Maintains current records according to class protocols and grades students fairly.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Proactive Responses Increasing Desired Engagement
Aledo Independent School District
08.2022 - Current
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
- 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.
- Incorporated multicultural perspectives into lesson plans, promoting diversity awareness among students.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Social Emotional Academic Support
Crowley ISD
08.2005 - 05.2022
- Enhanced student comprehension by adapting teaching methods to individual learning styles.
- Served as a mentor for new tutors, providing guidance on effective tutoring techniques and strategies for building rapport with students.
- Communicated directly with parents and prospective parents to achieve success for child.
- Facilitated effective communication between parents, teachers, and students regarding academic progress and concerns.
- Helped establish a peer-tutoring program to promote collaborative learning within the school community.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and open communication during tutoring sessions.
- Boosted student confidence in their abilities through consistent encouragement, motivation, and reinforcement of successful study habits.
- Increased overall student satisfaction by effectively addressing individual academic challenges through targeted support.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify areas of improvement and create intervention strategies for at-risk students.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, ensuring timely updates for parents and educators.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on educational trends and improve tutoring skills continually.
- Improved student understanding by providing personalized tutoring sessions in various subjects.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to discuss academic needs of students.
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
- Used variety of teaching methods to successfully help wide range of students.
- Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas.
- Created personalized lesson plans to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Issued reports updating students, parents and teachers on student progress.
- Administered standardized tests to assess student strengths and weaknesses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Southwestern College
Winfield, KS05.1992
Skills
- Self-awareness
- Communication abilities
- Building Relationships
- Youth sports coach
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Emergency Response
- Student Monitoring
- Lesson Planning
- Student Support
- Differentiated Instruction
- Continuing education
Accomplishments
- Named “Teacher of the Year” by The Rock Elementary in Azle ISD
- Oversaw the Poynter Elementary Running Club afterschool program in Crowley ISD
- Emergency Response Team in Crowley ISD
- Afterschool tutoring program at Poynter Elementary in Crowley ISD
Certification
Early Childhood through High School Special Education Certification
CPI Certified
The Knights Club, after school club for 5th and 6th grade male students developing interpersonal skills, building self-confidence and representing Poynter Bulldog Pride.
Hobbies
Enjoy running and I have completed 6 Marathons and 7 Half Marathons in addition to numerous 5K and 10k races. I enjoy the camaraderie that the running community has developed over the years.
I enjoy working out with my sons and wife 3-5 days a week.
I started the Bulldogs Running Club at Poynter Elementary which eventually became part of the after school program. The Bulldogs Running Club participated in the Fort Worth Cowtown 5K.
Timeline
Proactive Responses Increasing Desired Engagement
Aledo Independent School District
08.2022 - Current
Social Emotional Academic Support
Crowley ISD
08.2005 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Southwestern College
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