Debra M. Shakesnider
Shreveport,LA
Summary
Dedicated special educator specializing in inclusion strategies and IEP planning. Proven ability to implement adaptive teaching methods that enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. Develops open line of communication with parent (s) prior to difficult situations in daily activities.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Educator
Southern University Shreveport
Shreveport, LA
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Developed individualized education plans tailored to student needs.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to support student learning outcomes.
- Implemented adaptive teaching strategies for diverse learning styles.
- Monitored student progress through assessments and observations.
- Provided guidance and support to students during academic challenges.
Office Clerk
Galilee Learning Center
Shreveport, LA
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Organized and maintained office files for efficient information retrieval.
- Managed incoming calls and emails, providing prompt support to staff and clients.
- Prepared documents and reports, contributing to overall operational efficiency.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Managed incoming calls and correspondence professionally, ensuring timely responses to clients and colleagues alike.
- Handled incoming business and client requests for information.
- Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.
- Edited and proofread documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
Special Education Teacher
Caddo Parish Schools
Shreveport, LA
08.1982 - 05.2016
- Developed individualized education plans to meet diverse student needs.
- Implemented adaptive teaching strategies to enhance learning engagement and outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support student development and progress tracking.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student performance and adjust instructional methods accordingly.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
Reading Interventionist /Reading Intervention Specialist
Caddo Parish Schools
Shreveport, LA
08.2013 - 08.2014
- Implemented targeted reading interventions to support students' literacy development.
- Assessed student reading levels using diagnostic tools to tailor instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate reading support into classroom activities.
- Developed individualized learning plans for struggling readers based on assessment data.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments and adjusted interventions as needed.
- Utilized educational technology to enhance reading instruction and engage students effectively.
Education
Master of Science -
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA05-1983
Bachelor of Science - Special Education / Elementary Education
Grambling State University
Grambling, LA05-1979
Skills
- Inclusion strategies
- Classroom organization
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Positive reinforcement
- Visual supports
- Literacy intervention
- Multisensory teaching
- IEP planning
- Small group instruction
- Group and individual instruction
Timeline
Special Educator
Southern University Shreveport
01.2023 - 05.2023
Office Clerk
Galilee Learning Center
11.2022 - 05.2023
Reading Interventionist /Reading Intervention Specialist
Caddo Parish Schools
08.2013 - 08.2014
Special Education Teacher
Caddo Parish Schools
08.1982 - 05.2016
Master of Science -
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Louisiana Tech University
Bachelor of Science - Special Education / Elementary Education
Grambling State University