Donna Pugh
McKinney,TX
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Princeton ISD, adept at developing individualized education plans and implementing behavior management systems. Skilled in fostering inclusive classroom environments and collaborating with parents to enhance student performance. Committed to promoting resilience and growth in diverse learners through tailored instructional strategies.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Princeton Isd
Princeton, Texas
08.2021 - 05.2025
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss student progress and concerns.
- Implemented instructional strategies to support learning and engagement.
- Adapted classroom materials for various learning abilities and styles.
- Assisted in behavior management using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Participated in team meetings to address student challenges and solutions.
- Monitored student progress through assessments and observations.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive classroom environment for all students.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
Special Education Teacher
McKinney ISD
McKinney, Texas
08.2002 - 05.2021
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss student progress and concerns.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts, and phone calls.
- Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mental Retardation
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA06-1987
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Behavior management systems
- Student performance assessments
- Differentiated instruction strategies
- Collaborative instructional planning
- Classroom inclusion practices
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Princeton Isd
08.2021 - 05.2025
Special Education Teacher
McKinney ISD
08.2002 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Mental Retardation
Georgia Southern University
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