Deanna Carstarphen
Forney,TX
Summary
Accomplished Elementary Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Fort Bend Independent School District and Rockwall Independent School District, adept in IEP development and fostering strong parent-teacher communication. Leveraged differentiated instruction and collaborative teamwork to significantly enhance student understanding and performance. Expert in employing assessment strategies and social-emotional learning to achieve remarkable student progress.
Positive, patient, and committed to fostering inclusive learning environment. Knowledge of individualized education plans and behavior management strategies, along with skills in curriculum adaptation and classroom technology integration. Focused on driving student success and creating nurturing educational experience.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Rockwall ISD
07.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Assessed student performance regularly using various evaluation tools, adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
- 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.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by conducting regular meetings and providing frequent progress updates.
- Boosted student confidence and participation through positive reinforcement and tailored instruction methods.
- 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.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and determine priorities and resource needs.
- Used state and district assessments to determine student abilities and track academic progress.
- Maintained accurate and complete student records to prepare reports on children and activities.
- Managed Caseload of up to 60 students
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Fort Bend Independent School District
07.2019 - 05.2021
- 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.
- Assessed student performance regularly using various evaluation tools, adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
- 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.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by conducting regular meetings and providing frequent progress updates.
- Boosted student confidence and participation through positive reinforcement and tailored instruction methods.
- Managed caseload of up to 25
- Worked a hybrid schedule and instructed a life skills classroom in-person
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education K-12
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX05-2019
High School Diploma -
Groveton High School
Groveton, TX06-2015
Skills
- IEP development and monitoring
- Progress monitoring
- Classroom organization
- Assessment strategies
- Parent-teacher communication
- Social-emotional learning
- Collaborative teamwork
- Differentiated instruction
- De-escalation techniques
- Trained in CPI
- Group and individual instruction
- Lesson planning
- Team collaboration
- Data collection
- Time management
Accomplishments
- Trained fellow teachers on the procedures for completing Individual Education Plans.
- Managed caseloads of up to 60 students
- creating detailed schedules for special education team to follow based on special education IEP minutes
Certification
Special Education K-12
ESL K-12
Elementary Subjects EC-6
Reading By Design dyslexia instruction program
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Rockwall ISD
07.2021 - Current
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Fort Bend Independent School District
07.2019 - 05.2021
Special Education K-12
ESL K-12
Elementary Subjects EC-6
Reading By Design dyslexia instruction program
Bachelor of Science - Special Education K-12
Stephen F. Austin State University
High School Diploma -
Groveton High School
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