Connie Contreras
Fort Worth,TX
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
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Oakhurst Elementary School
Fort Worth, TX
11.2013 - Current
- 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.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Organized instruction material, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX05.2015
Skills
- Job Readiness Training
- Curriculum Adjustments
- Classroom Management
- In-Depth Knowledge of Autism
- Instructional Strategies
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Verbal and Non-verbal Communication
- Parent Communication
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Oakhurst Elementary School
11.2013 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Texas Woman's University
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