Delmus McLain
Vestavia
Summary
Professional educator with commitment to delivering impactful learning experiences in small group settings. Known for fostering supportive and collaborative environment while driving team success and achieving set goals. Reliable, adaptable, skilled in curriculum development, personalized learning strategies. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, ensuring effective collaboration and results-driven outcomes. Reliable and flexible, adept at meeting diverse student needs and fostering supportive learning environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher (Behavior Unit)
Helena Intermediate School
08.2025 - Current
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of special needs students.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
Small Group Teacher
Moody Middle School/ St Clair County
08.2022 - 07.2025
- Evaluated course curricula regularly for relevance and rigor, making adjustments as needed to better serve student needs.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies to maintain an orderly and productive learning space.
- Fostered a positive learning environment with clear expectations and open communication between students, parents, and staff.
- Enhanced student comprehension by using diverse teaching methods and multimedia tools.
- Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- 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.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Organized field trips and community-based experiences that enriched students' understanding of real-world applications for their skills.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet varied needs of students, enhancing educational accessibility.
Small Group Paraprofessional
Moody Middle School/ St Clair County
08.2018 - 07.2022
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education K-12
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL12-2023
Bachelor - General Studies
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR12-2016
Skills
- Fostering a positive learning environment
- Proficient in conflict management
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Effective classroom management
- Strong nonverbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Data management
- Implementation of behavior intervention strategies
- Supervision of support staff
- Compassionate support
- Crisis prevention techniques
- Skills development
- Teaching essential life skills
- Student engagement strategies
- Facilitating small group learning
- Experienced with interactive smartboard systems
Certification
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) trained - 6 Years
- Restraint Trained - 6 years
- ARIS Trained - 1 year
- Seizure qualified
- Medical Assistant
- NASP Archery Certification- Archery Coach 4 years
Awards
Support Staff Member of the Year
Moody Police Foundation Keith Turner Classroom Scholarship Recipient Twice
Timeline
Special Education Teacher (Behavior Unit)
Helena Intermediate School
08.2025 - Current
Small Group Teacher
Moody Middle School/ St Clair County
08.2022 - 07.2025
Small Group Paraprofessional
Moody Middle School/ St Clair County
08.2018 - 07.2022
Bachelor - General Studies
Arkansas State University
Master of Science - Special Education K-12
Jacksonville State University