Denise Beem
Corunna,MI
Summary
Dedicated Early Childhood Special Education professional with a strong background in individualized education plans, effective communication, and child development knowledge. Committed to supporting diverse learners and fostering collaboration among educators and families.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursery Assistant
East Michigan Natives
Durand, MI
07.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to manage inventory and restock supplies as needed.
- Organized plant displays to enhance visual appeal and accessibility for customers.
- Assisted in daily care of plants, ensuring proper watering and sunlight exposure.
Barn Hand
Stockbridge Equestrian Center
Watervliet, Michigan
06.2008 - 09.2019
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of stalls and barn areas.
- Assisted in feeding and caring for horses daily.
- Monitored horse health, reporting issues to management promptly.
- Operated equipment for grooming and exercise routines effectively.
- Collaborated with staff to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Provided daily care for horses including feeding, watering, exercising and turnout time.
- Cleaned and refilled feed buckets and waterers.
- Monitored feed supply levels to ensure adequate nutrition for all animals on the property.
ECSE Teacher
Benton Harbor Area Schools
Benton Harbor, Michigan
08.1988 - 06.2018
- As an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, I was responsible for developing Individualized Education Plans for my students, implementing a curriculum tailored to meet each student's individual needs, collaborating with paraprofessionals, fostering relationships with parents, and supporting the general education teachers. As an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, I was responsible for developing Individualized Education Plans for my students, implementing a curriculum tailored to meet each student's individual needs, collaborating with paraprofessionals, fostering relationships with parents, and supporting the general education teachers.
Education
Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI06-1995
Skills
- Developmental assessment
- Individualized education plans
- Social skill training
- Curriculum design
- Behavior management
- Child development knowledge
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- IEP documentation
- Early intervention strategies
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Adaptability
- Play-based learning
- Data collection and analysis
- Professional development commitment
- Sensory integration techniques
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Visual supports implementation
- Social-emotional learning
- Parent communication
Timeline
Nursery Assistant
East Michigan Natives
07.2023 - Current
Barn Hand
Stockbridge Equestrian Center
06.2008 - 09.2019
ECSE Teacher
Benton Harbor Area Schools
08.1988 - 06.2018
Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
Grand Valley State University