Colleen Arcieri-Hoffman
Prescott,AZ
Summary
Dedicated Special and Regular Education Teacher with expertise in crisis management and establishing clear, supportive boundaries for students with diverse emotional and intellectual abilities. Compassionate educator skilled in tailoring lesson plans to meet the unique needs of each student, fostering an inclusive and effective learning environment. Proven experience in community engagement and managing office staff, ensuring seamless operations through organized meetings, appointments, and the development of transition plans that address individual or group requirements. Committed to promoting student success and well-being through collaborative strategies and a holistic approach to education.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Fayette County Schools
05.2021 - 12.2025
- Implement classroom schedule for students all ages. Grades K-12.
- Teach Regular and special education.
- Implemented lesson plans to maintain instructional continuity across diverse subjects.
- Adapted teaching strategies to accommodate varying student learning styles and needs.
- Managed classroom behavior, fostering a positive and productive learning environment.
- Collaborated with full-time teachers to ensure smooth transitions and effective curriculum delivery.
Child Welfare Case Manager
Arizona Children's Association
01.2019 - 09.2020
- Conducted assessments to determine child safety and well-being in various environments.
- Developed individualized service plans based on client needs and family dynamics.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support for at-risk children.
- Monitored case progress and adjusted strategies to align with changing circumstances.
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support during critical incidents.
- Educated families about available resources and services to enhance child welfare outcomes.
Visiting Teacher, Both Regular and Special Ed
SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOLS
12.2010 - 01.2017
- Led instruction resource services at the elementary level in math, reading and science.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Worked with an average of 30 students per class.
- Developed individualized education plans to meet diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to enhance instructional strategies and classroom management.
- Implemented assessment tools to monitor student progress and adjust teaching methods.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for educators on best practices in instruction.
- Mentored new visiting teachers, providing guidance on curriculum alignment and classroom techniques.
At Home Office Manager/part-time
RJ'S ENTERTAINMENT
07.2010 - 01.2017
- Worked with the community setting up entertainment for different community events.
- Set up schedules for office assistants.
- Coordinated jobs for DJ services, children's parties, with magic shows and music entertainment.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts to optimize service quality and cost efficiency.
Special Education Teacher
LOWER YUKON SCHOOL DISTRICT
12.2005 - 08.2006
- Developed interesting course plans to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students.
- Developed and implemented interesting and interactive learning mediums to increase student understanding of course materials.
Special Education Teacher
FAYETTE COUNTY SCHOOLS
08.2004 - 07.2005
- Wrote and presented documents for Individual Education Plan conferences.
- Developed individual educational plans (IEP) designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
- Led a resource class of 11 students.
- Developed individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to diverse student needs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance classroom engagement.
Middle School Regular and Special Education Teacher
MUSKOGEE COUNTY SCHOOLS
08.2003 - 08.2004
- Developed individual educational plans (IEP) designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
- Established and communicated clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects to both students and parents.
Teacher
CUMBERLAND COUNTY SCHOOLS
08.1998 - 01.2002
- Taught elementary students grades K-four.
- Established and communicated clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects to both students and parents.
- Wrote and presented documents for Individual Education Plan conferences.
Education
Masters Degree - Special Education
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC05.2002
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - ELEMENTARY EDUCATION CHILD COUNSELING
North Carolina State University at Fayetteville
Fayetteville, NC01.1998
Skills
- Idaho teaching credential Experience working special needs students
- Advanced degree in special education
- Effective classroom management
- Open to relocation opportunities
- Special Needs
- Classroom Management
- Extensive experience in special education
- Crisis Management
- Math
- Autism Experience
- Teaching
- Case Management
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Time Management
- Behavioral Therapy
- Curriculum Development
- Tutoring
- Crisis Intervention
- Mental Health Counseling
- Experience Working With Students
- Individual / Group Counseling
- Classroom experience
- Preschool experience
- Analysis skills
- Meeting Facilitation
- Behavior Management (10 years)
- Toddler Care
- Behavioral health
- Curriculum development
- Experience working with students
- Special education
- Office management
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Positive reinforcement
- Parent-teacher communication
Certification
- Teaching Certification
- CPR Certification
Assessments
- High school classroom management — Proficient
- May 2021
- Minimizing classroom disruption and engaging students
- Full results: Proficient
- Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.
National Honor Society, Kappa Delta Pi
The National Honor Society is for Students with a GPA of 3.8 or higher.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Fayette County Schools
05.2021 - 12.2025
Child Welfare Case Manager
Arizona Children's Association
01.2019 - 09.2020
Visiting Teacher, Both Regular and Special Ed
SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOLS
12.2010 - 01.2017
At Home Office Manager/part-time
RJ'S ENTERTAINMENT
07.2010 - 01.2017
Special Education Teacher
LOWER YUKON SCHOOL DISTRICT
12.2005 - 08.2006
Special Education Teacher
FAYETTE COUNTY SCHOOLS
08.2004 - 07.2005
Middle School Regular and Special Education Teacher
MUSKOGEE COUNTY SCHOOLS
08.2003 - 08.2004
Teacher
CUMBERLAND COUNTY SCHOOLS
08.1998 - 01.2002
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - ELEMENTARY EDUCATION CHILD COUNSELING
North Carolina State University at Fayetteville
Masters Degree - Special Education
Fayetteville State University