Modify the math and science general education curriculum for students with special education services based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies.
Assist co-teachers with differentiation of classroom lessons and assessments to meet student needs.
Monitor student progress and evaluations to plan and update Individualized Education Plans.
Implement data-driven instruction by analyzing student performance data to inform future lesson planning and differentiation strategies.
Lead conferences with parents, teachers, and administrators to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior according to their IEPs.
General Manager
Bitty & Beau’s Coffee Birmingham
05.2023 - 08.2024
Led the hiring process to build a team for the opening of the Birmingham location of Bitty & Beau's, including qualified staff with disabilities and shift supervisors.
Provided staff with coaching, feedback, and developmental opportunities.
Monitored financial performance and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
Cultivated strong relationships with vendors, community partners, and customers to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
Special Education Teacher
Hoover City Schools - Spain Park High School
08.2021 - 05.2023
Generated and incorporated learning strategies into daily instruction for all subjects, including academic and functional skills for students with learning disabilities.
Taught students to improve desired behaviors by creating behavior plans that utilized individualized motivational strategies.
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Special Education Teacher
Richardson ISD - Liberty Junior High
08.2018 - 07.2021
Created and integrated various strategies and lessons into daily instruction within the self-contained and inclusion classrooms for students with learning disabilities.
Collaborated with school administrators, parents, and teachers in designing and implementing IEPs for students.
Assessed student abilities based on the results of state/district assessments and used data to track students' academic progress.
Developed a coffee shop program for students to practice their transition skills and help prepare them for high school and the workforce.
Recruiting Associate
HUMCAP
05.2017 - 08.2017
Conducted phone interviews to assess relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes of applicants.
Managed high-volume requisitions in a timely manner to meet client staffing needs efficiently.
Enhanced recruitment process for faster hiring by utilizing various sourcing tools such as job boards, social media, and networking events.
Pre-screened resumes and conducted initial interviews prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
Education
Master of Education - Special Education
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX
04-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Markets & Culture, Human Rights
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, TX
05-2018
Timeline
Instructional Support Teacher
Hoover City Schools - Spain Park High School
08.2024 - Current
General Manager
Bitty & Beau’s Coffee Birmingham
05.2023 - 08.2024
Special Education Teacher
Hoover City Schools - Spain Park High School
08.2021 - 05.2023
Special Education Teacher
Richardson ISD - Liberty Junior High
08.2018 - 07.2021
Recruiting Associate
HUMCAP
05.2017 - 08.2017
Master of Education - Special Education
Lamar University
Bachelor of Arts - Markets & Culture, Human Rights