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DOUGLAS HOUSTON

Belton,TX

Summary

Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.

Overview

46
46
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Belton Independent School District
2022.08 - 2023.05
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.

Special Education Teacher

Killeen Independent Sch District
2011.08 - 2022.05
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
  • Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
  • Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.

Adjunct Instructor BSEP PROGRAM

Central Texas College
2011.03 - 2011.06
  • Improved student understanding by efficiently managing teaching materials and answering students' discussion inquiries.
  • Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
  • Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
  • Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program.
  • Developed creative and effective teaching methods for course content to capture students attention.
  • Designed and delivered class instruction to meet course competencies.
  • Developed and kindled professional relationships with students to better communicate and enhance instruction.
  • Worked cooperatively with other members of faculty and staff to contribute to overall institutional effectiveness.

Special Education Teacher

DODEA Schools
2009.01 - 2011.01
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.

Adjunct Instructor

University Of Phoenix
2009.10 - 2010.08
  • Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
  • Developed creative and effective teaching methods for course content to capture students attention.
  • Designed and delivered class instruction to meet course competencies.
  • Scored exams and graded student performance fairly.
  • Identified academic strengths and obstacles and developed instructional techniques to accommodate different learning styles.
  • Worked cooperatively with other members of faculty and staff to contribute to overall institutional effectiveness.

Special Education Teacher

FAIRFAX COUNTYPUBLIC SCHOOLS
2004.07 - 2008.12
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism.
  • Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.

Special Education Teacher

Salado Independent School District
2001.08 - 2004.06
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
  • Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
  • Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.

US ARMY AVIATOR RETIRED CW03

US ARMY
1989.12 - 2001.02

Completed ongoing training regarding military aircraft operations flight planning and safety


Over 2500 hours of accident free flying in all modes of flight

PARATROOPER SSG

US ARMY
1984.04 - 1988.11
  • Oversaw maintenance and repair of weapons and equipment to preserve operational readiness.
  • Instructed squad members on proper use of weapons and equipment.
  • Executed directives from command center with necessary timeliness and efficiency.
  • Conducted safety briefings for squad members prior to airborne missions.
  • Used modern communication systems to relay orders to squad members.

NAVAL AIRCREWMAN/RESCUE SWIMMER

US NAVY
1977.08 - 1981.08
  • Assessed data gathered from aerial photographs and radar to determine potential terrorist activity and size and location of terrorist groups.
  • Developed and executed emergency evacuation plans to increase preparedness and prompt response.
  • Responded to emergency by administering first aid to passengers.
  • Conducted pre-flight checks to determine safety and reliability of aircraft systems and equipment.
  • Supervised expeditious movement of aircraft on flight decks, hangar decks and ashore.
  • Conducted rescue swimmer duties and recovery operations in all weather conditions.

Education

Master of Arts - Special Education

George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
05.2007

Bachelor of Science - PROFESSIONAL AERONAUTICS

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach
Daytona Beach, FL
06.1994

Skills

  • Positive Role Model
  • IEP Development
  • Social and Academic Development
  • Conflict Resolution Techniques
  • Mathematics
  • Self-Contained Classrooms
  • Learning Style Assessment
  • Educational Opportunities
  • Behavior Intervention Plans
  • Facilitating Coordination
  • IEPs
  • Student Counseling
  • Motivating Students
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Classroom Management
  • Different Learning Styles
  • Emotional Disorders
  • Classroom Observation
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Autism and Spectrum Disorders
  • Positive Learning Environment
  • Behavior Modification
  • Team Collaboration
  • Parent Communication
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Special Education

Certification

LICENSED TEXAS SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER VALID FROM 8/01/2022-7/31/2028


COMMERICAL PILOT RATING ROTORCRAFT/HELICOPTER INSTRUMENT

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Belton Independent School District
2022.08 - 2023.05

Special Education Teacher

Killeen Independent Sch District
2011.08 - 2022.05

Adjunct Instructor BSEP PROGRAM

Central Texas College
2011.03 - 2011.06

Adjunct Instructor

University Of Phoenix
2009.10 - 2010.08

Special Education Teacher

DODEA Schools
2009.01 - 2011.01

Special Education Teacher

FAIRFAX COUNTYPUBLIC SCHOOLS
2004.07 - 2008.12

Special Education Teacher

Salado Independent School District
2001.08 - 2004.06

US ARMY AVIATOR RETIRED CW03

US ARMY
1989.12 - 2001.02

PARATROOPER SSG

US ARMY
1984.04 - 1988.11

NAVAL AIRCREWMAN/RESCUE SWIMMER

US NAVY
1977.08 - 1981.08

Master of Arts - Special Education

George Mason University

Bachelor of Science - PROFESSIONAL AERONAUTICS

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach

LICENSED TEXAS SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER VALID FROM 8/01/2022-7/31/2028


COMMERICAL PILOT RATING ROTORCRAFT/HELICOPTER INSTRUMENT

DOUGLAS HOUSTON