Courtney Beemsterboer
Crestwood,IL
Summary
Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at South Holland School District 151, adept at developing Individual Education Plans and fostering inclusive environments. Skilled in differentiated instruction and team collaboration, I empower students to overcome challenges and achieve their goals, ensuring progress through tailored assessments and innovative lesson planning.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
South Holland School District 151
South Holland, IL
08.2016 - Current
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to create inclusive classroom environments.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and needs.
- Facilitated communication between parents, students, and educational teams.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet varying learning styles and abilities.
- Trained and mentored new special education staff on best practices.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
Special Education Teacher
Archdiocese of Chicago
Chicago, IL
09.2015 - 05.2016
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to create inclusive classroom environments.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet varying learning styles and abilities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Oak Lawn Hometown School District 123
Oak Lawn, IL
08.2010 - 06.2015
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students.
- Supported students with disabilities during classroom activities and transitions.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance to promote positive interactions.
- Organized classroom resources and maintained a structured learning environment.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve support techniques.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
- Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
- Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground, and on field trips.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL12-2007
Some College (No Degree) - Special Education
Governors State University
University Park, ILSkills
- Individual education plans
- Differentiated instruction
- Assistive technology
- Student assessments
- Instructional adaptations
- Inclusive education
- Classroom management
- Team collaboration
- Progress monitoring
- Professional development
- Lesson planning
- Co-teaching experience
- Paraprofessional oversight
- Illinois education association
Accomplishments
- Tenure
Certification
- ESL
- Language Arts
- Social Science
- Special Education
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
South Holland School District 151
08.2016 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Archdiocese of Chicago
09.2015 - 05.2016
Special Education Paraprofessional
Oak Lawn Hometown School District 123
08.2010 - 06.2015
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Olivet Nazarene University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Saint Xavier University
Some College (No Degree) - Special Education
Governors State University
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