Dr. Stevie Cavender
Wood County Schools
Williamstown,WV
14
years of professional experience
Experienced Special Education Teacher with a strong focus on assessment strategies and adaptive techniques. Proven ability to develop individualized education plans and foster relationships among students, families, and multidisciplinary teams to enhance student success.
Work History
Elementary Special Education Teacher
9 Years- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to varying abilities and interests of students.
- Designed individualized education plans to support diverse learning needs.
- Implemented effective behavior management strategies to enhance classroom environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and modify interventions.
- Delivered professional development workshops for staff on special education best practices.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor student achievement and inform instructional adjustments.
- Mentored new teachers in inclusive teaching techniques and classroom management strategies.
- Advocated for student resources and services within the school community and local agencies.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, fostering a comprehensive learning experience.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Maintained accurate and complete student records to prepare reports on children and activities.
- Used state and district assessments to determine student abilities and track academic progress.
Tutor
3 Years 11 Months- Developed individualized lesson plans to address diverse learning needs and enhance student engagement.
- Implemented effective teaching strategies that improved overall student comprehension and retention of material.
- Facilitated group tutoring sessions, promoting collaboration and peer support among students.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Analyzed tutoring outcomes to refine approaches, enhancing program effectiveness and student success rates.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of subject matter by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress, using data to inform future instruction and target areas for improvement.
- Adapted teaching strategies to accommodate the shift to remote learning, ensuring continuity in education during challenging times.
- Boosted students' test scores with tailored tutoring sessions focused on individual learning styles and needs.
- Improved literacy rates among students through innovative reading and comprehension strategies.
- Encouraged students to set and achieve personal academic goals, leading to a sense of accomplishment and increased motivation.
Education
M.D. - Special Education
M.D. - Educational Leadership
Master of Arts - Reading Specilist
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Special Education - Special Education Specalist
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Skills
IEP development
Assessment strategies
Progress monitoring
Differentiated instruction
Adaptive strategies
Literacy strategies
Instructional technology
Transition planning
Classroom organization
Family engagement
Collaborative teamwork
Social-emotional learning
Elementary education
Student records management
Relationship building
Accomplishments
- Special Education Team Leadership for 5 years now.
- Trained fellow teachers on the procedures for completing Individual Education Plans.
- Have published a study on PTSD and Special Education.
- Have spoke and presented at CEC.
- Graduated last Winter with Magna Cum Laude
- I am a graduate and active member in The National Society of Leadership and Success.
- I currently just published a children's book on grief and I am now working on one about frustration.
Interests
Reading
Creative Writing
Drawing and Painting
Playing Video Games
Spending time with my family
Timeline
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Wood County Schools
08.2017 - CurrentRead More
Tutor
WVUP
08.2012 - 07.2016Read More
National Universty
M.D. from Educational Leadership
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National University
M.D. from Special Education
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Grand Cayon Universty
Master of Arts from Reading Specilist
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Ohio Valley University
Master of Arts from Curriculum And Instruction
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Ohio Valley Universty
Special Education from Special Education Specalist
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WVUP
Bachelor of Arts from Elementary Education
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