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Debra Riviere

Slidell,LA

Summary

Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements, and acts as the teacher of record for Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.

Intuitive professional offers expertise in curriculum implementation and student assessment. Hardworking and kind professional commended for teaching and mentoring students to help transition to next grade. Strong communicator passionate about providing appropriate learning techniques and behavioral redirection for children with learning, intellectual, and emotional disabilities.

Skilled at individualizing instruction based on students' needs and interests. Strong background in creating positive learning environments, fostering parent-teacher relationships, and managing Individualized Education Programs (IEP) to support student success. Previous work has resulted in improved academic performance for special needs students.

Flexible and caring special education professional specializes the field. Customizes approaches based on individual needs and impairments. Focused on helping students build important skills for physical and mental issues impacting academic performance, social integration or physical capabilities. Compassionate in helping with struggles and adapting approaches.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager/ Bartender/ Waitress

Southside Cafe
Slidell, LA
04.1990 - 06.2001
  • Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
  • Analyzed customer feedback data to develop action plans for improving services offered.
  • Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
  • Scheduled interviews for potential candidates and conducted reference checks prior to hire.
  • Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
  • Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
  • Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly, maintaining a positive brand image.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
  • Oversaw daily operations, maintaining efficiency and quality standards.
  • Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
  • Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.

Education

Bachelors in Education, With A Minor in Special Education - Early Childhood Special Education

Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA
05-2000

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Assistive technology
  • Crisis intervention
  • Behavior management and modification
  • Collaboration with specialists
  • Progress monitoring
  • Multisensory instruction
  • Social skills development
  • Parent communication
  • Classroom management
  • Professional development
  • Emotional support
  • Life skills training
  • Data collection
  • Small Group and Individual Instruction
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Visual supports
  • Verbal and nonverbal communication
  • Scheduling proficiency
  • Life skills instruction
  • Student support
  • Student counseling
  • Competent in smartboard technology
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Positive role model
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Parent communications
  • Progress evaluations
  • Learning style assessment
  • IEP and BIP implementation
  • Social integration
  • Child development

Timeline

Manager/ Bartender/ Waitress

Southside Cafe
04.1990 - 06.2001

Bachelors in Education, With A Minor in Special Education - Early Childhood Special Education

Southeastern Louisiana University

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