Constance Huisman
Sauk City,WI
Summary
Experienced special education professional skilled in collaborative teamwork. Proven ability to implement effective classroom management and develop tailored instruction to meet diverse learning needs, driving positive outcomes for neurodiverse students.
Dedicated Cross-Categorical Special Education Teacher with expertise in differentiated instruction and data-driven decision making. Committed to fostering inclusive classrooms and enhancing student engagement through individualized education plans.
Dynamic educator with a strong foundation in data-driven instruction and positive classroom management. Known for establishing supportive learning environments and advocating for inclusive practices, ready to enhance educational experiences for all students.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cross Categorical Special Education Teacher
Lodi School District
Lodi, WI
10.2010 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies to enhance student engagement.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support student academic and behavioral goals.
- Monitored and assessed student progress, adjusting interventions as necessary.
- Established positive relationships with students and families to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Advocated for inclusive practices within the school community, promoting awareness and understanding of special education needs.
- Managed classroom dynamics effectively, creating a structured yet flexible learning atmosphere for all students.
- Designed differentiated instruction techniques that met the unique needs of each learner while maintaining high expectations for all students.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to inform and improve lesson planning, leading to higher achievement levels for students across all ability levels.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on special education trends, legislation, and best practices.
- Implemented behavioral management techniques to establish a positive classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
Education
Cross Categorical Special Education Certification - Special Education Teacher
St. Mary's University
Minneapolis, MN01-2009
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
University of Wisconsin, La Crosse
La Crosse, WI05-1986
Skills
- Co-teaching experience
- Collaborative teamwork
- Parent-teacher communication
- Data-driven decision making
- Disability assessment testing
- Differentiated instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Trained in CPI
- IEP and BIP implementation
Certification
IMSE Comprehensive Orton-Gillingham Training
IMSE Intermediate Orton-Gillingham Training
Sonday System Training
CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training
Timeline
Cross Categorical Special Education Teacher
Lodi School District
10.2010 - Current
Cross Categorical Special Education Certification - Special Education Teacher
St. Mary's University
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
University of Wisconsin, La Crosse