Deborah Wilson
HARVEST,AL
Summary
Dedicated special education professional with extensive experience supporting students with mild to moderate disabilities. Skilled in case management, behavior plans, progress monitoring, and collaboration with families and school teams. Known for building safe, inclusive classrooms and adapting instruction to improve student growth and IEP goal attainment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Santee School District
Santee, California
03.2003 - 06.2023
- Wrote, developed and implemented Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Implemented behavior interventions and positive support plans to enhance student engagement and success in district classrooms.
- Provided differentiated instruction for students with mild to moderate disabilities.
- Adapted lessons and materials to support inclusive learning environments.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress toward IEP goals.
- Communicated with parents, counselors, and specialists about student progress and concerns.
- Documented student performance and compliance records while monitoring educational progress to ensure timely support for each student in Santee School District.
- Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students, parents and paraprofessionals to support classroom objectives.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Utilized technology resources such as online programs and assistive devices.
- Advocated for student needs during meetings with educators and administrators.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Assisted students in developing perseverance through challenging tasks in a supportive environment.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Chapman University
Orange, CA05-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA 08.1992 - 05.1996
Associate of Arts - Education
Cuyamaca College
El Cajon, CA 08.1989 - 05.1992
Skills
- IEP development
- Behavior intervention
- Differentiated instruction
- Compliance documentation
- Case management
- Student support
- Team collaboration
- Parent communication
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Santee School District
03.2003 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
San Diego State University
08.1992 - 05.1996
Associate of Arts - Education
Cuyamaca College
08.1989 - 05.1992
Master of Arts - Education
Chapman University