John
Medford,OR
Summary
Versatile and dedicated Multiple Disabilities Self-Contained Teacher (K - 2) with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Multiple Disabilities Teacher /Self-Contained Teacher
Cherry Hill Board Of Education & Thomas Paine Elem
08.2007 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices for special education instruction.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.
- Evaluated student progress regularly and provided constructive feedback, guiding them towards academic success.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Needs
University of Hartford
West Hartford, CT06.2006
Skills
- Long term sub for 4th grade inclusion - 2006 thru 2007
- Resource Room - Special Needs
- Intensive knowledge & experience of AAC devices
- Behavioral Intervention Plans
- Highly qualified with advanced standing
- Individualized Education Plan expertise
- Empathy and patience
- Classroom Organization
- Motor Skills Development
- Visual Supports Implementation
- Augmentative Communication Devices
- Functional academics instruction
Certification
- [Area of expertise] License - [Timeframe]
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Multiple Disabilities Teacher /Self-Contained Teacher
Cherry Hill Board Of Education & Thomas Paine Elem
08.2007 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Special Needs
University of Hartford
- [Area of expertise] License - [Timeframe]
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
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