Dawn Davis
Springfield,MA
Summary
Dedicated special education teacher with expertise in IEP development, differentiated instruction, and progress monitoring. Committed to fostering inclusive learning environments and enhancing student engagement.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Springfield Public Schools, Massachusetts
11.2005 - Current
- Implemented adaptive teaching strategies to enhance student engagement and comprehension.
- Developed individualized education plans to support diverse learning needs.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instructional methods as needed for effectiveness.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student performance and inform educational strategies.
- Trained and mentored new staff on special education best practices and methodologies.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Monitored student progress closely, intervening proactively when necessary to ensure steady growth and achievement of learning goals.
- Provided one-on-one support for students struggling in specific areas, resulting in marked improvement in their understanding of the subject matter.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistency in enforcing rules.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles within the classroom setting.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, fostering a comprehensive learning experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
Whitesboro Central School
Whitesboro, NYMaster of Arts - Elementary Math And Reading Education
Waldon University
Baltimore, MDBachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts Elementary Education
Bay Path University
Longmeadow, MABachelor of Science - Chemical And Biochemical Technology
State University of New York, College of Technology
Marcy, NYSkills
- Classroom organization
- Assessment strategies
- IEP development
- Progress monitoring
- Math strategies
- Parent-teacher communication
- Literacy strategies
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative teamwork
- Parent communication
- Small group instruction
- Group and individual instruction
Certification
- Academic: Teacher, Elementary, 1-6, 2029
- Academic: Teacher, Moderate Disabilities, PreK-8, Professional License - 2031
- Endorsements, Sheltered English Immersion - 2017
Timeline
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Springfield Public Schools, Massachusetts
11.2005 - Current
High School Diploma -
Whitesboro Central School
Master of Arts - Elementary Math And Reading Education
Waldon University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts Elementary Education
Bay Path University
Bachelor of Science - Chemical And Biochemical Technology
State University of New York, College of Technology