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Special Education Teacher

Connie McKnight

DPSCD
DETROIT,MI
Connie McKnight
46
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education

Compassionate professional with strong skills in individualized instruction and progress monitoring. Adept at developing strategies to support students with disabilities, ensuring an inclusive and engaging learning atmosphere.

Competent Special Education Paraprofessional offering wealth of experience in small group instruction with children of diverse ages. Passionate about education with desire to work with students across levels. Understands importance of teaching solid study habits for testing success.

Work History

Special Education Paraprofessional

46 Years 4 Months
DPSCD | 02.1979 - 06.2025
  • Supported teachers in implementing individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
  • Assisted students with daily living skills and classroom activities to promote independence.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance student learning outcomes and engagement.
  • Monitored student progress and behavior, providing feedback to educators for adjustments.
  • Facilitated communication between students, teachers, and families to foster a supportive environment.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve classroom management and student focus.,
  • Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.,
  • Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
  • Enhanced students'' learning experiences by implementing individualized educational plans and adapting teaching methods for special needs students.
  • Partnered with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for each individual student''s growth and progress.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each student, contributing to improved academic performance.
  • Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies tailored to each student''s unique learning style, promoting greater comprehension across subject areas.
  • Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
  • Provided necessary accommodations for testing situations, ensuring fair opportunities for all students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills.in

Education

Educational Specialist-Learning Disability - Special Education

Wayne State University | Detroit, MI | 09.1998 - 05.2000

Vc

Bachelor of Science - Special Education-Visually Impaired

Western Michigan University | Kalamazoo, MI | 09.1975 - 05.1978
  • Relevant Coursework: special education learning disabilities,visually impaired & [Subject]
  • Completed AP course in [Subject

mathematics].

  • Completed AP course in [Subject]

Master of Arts - Learning Disabilities

Mary Grove College | 09.1983 - 05.1985
  • Member of Delta Sigma Theta

Skills

IEP compliance
Teacher assistance
Collaboration with teachers
Learning disabilities support
Classroom organization
Instructional support
Lesson plan implementation
Teaching and instruction
Progress monitoring
Lesson plan implementation
Student supervision
Life skills development
Autism and spectrum disorders
Physical disabilities support
Personal hygiene assistance
Social skills training
Parental interaction
Visual schedules
Reading instruction.
Assistive technology
Proficient with [technology]
Mathematics intervention
Adaptive equipment
Classroom management strategies.
Data collection
Individualized instruction
IEP implementation

Timeline

Wayne State University

Educational Specialist-Learning Disability from Special Education
09.1998 - 05.2000Read More

Mary Grove College

Master of Arts from Learning Disabilities
09.1983 - 05.1985Read More

Special Education Paraprofessional

DPSCD
02.1979 - 06.2025Read More

Western Michigan University

Bachelor of Science from Special Education-Visually Impaired
09.1975 - 05.1978Read More
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