Courtney Adkins
Summary
Special Education Teacher with 5 years of experience managing cross-categorical classroom of up to 16 students from diverse backgrounds. Remains positive under stressful times. Works well with paraprofessionals and IEP team members to meet needs of students.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cross-Categorical Special Education Teacher
Taylor School District
08.2019 - Current
- Member of PBIS team
- Implemented morning meeting, interactive calendar, and Heggerty.
- Effectively communicated with parents and guardians daily regarding student behavior, building strong relationships to support academic success.
- Created learning activities to support individual learning styles.
Substitute Teacher
EDUStaff
10.2017 - 01.2019
- Followed and taught lesson plans designed by classroom teacher for sixth and seventh grade general education and special education.
- Guided special needs students in career training aged 16-22.
- Set rules and limits to maintain classroom management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI04.2019
Associate of Science - Education
Henry Ford Community College
Dearbornm MI2015
High School Diploma -
Woodhaven High School
Brownstown, MI2013
Skills
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Classroom Organization
- Behavior management
- Sensory integration strategies
Certification
Staar Commonwealth Certified
KRA Certified
Heggerty Trained
Orton-Gillingham Trained
Timeline
Cross-Categorical Special Education Teacher
Taylor School District
08.2019 - Current
Substitute Teacher
EDUStaff
10.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Wayne State University
Associate of Science - Education
Henry Ford Community College
High School Diploma -
Woodhaven High School
Staar Commonwealth Certified
KRA Certified
Heggerty Trained
Orton-Gillingham Trained
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