Elaina Sharron
Alpine,TX
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher with a proven track record in advocacy, individualized planning, and collaboration. Committed to fostering student confidence and promoting effective communication among families and support agencies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Alpine Independent School Distirct
Alpine, TX
11.2023 - Current
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
- Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving with tailored recreation programs.
- Encouraged student empathy of others to build confidence and improve self-image.
- Led students on field trips to enhance educational programs.
- Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
- Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
Educational Diagnostician
588 Coop
Alpine, TX
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Administered and evaluated psychological tests.
- Coordinated development and implementation of students Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Interpreted and reported on test results and discussed findings with teachers, administrators and caregivers.
- Promoted parent and teacher partnerships and communications to support students' educational goals.
Special Education Teacher
Alpine Independent School District
Alpine, TX
08.2010 - 05.2022
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
- Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
- Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
- Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
- Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
- Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
Education
Master of Arts -
Sul Ross State University
Alpine12-2009
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Texas San Antonio
San Antonio12-1999
Skills
- Motivating students
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Excellent classroom management
- Job readiness training
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Conflict resolution techniques
Certification
Special Education EC-12
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Alpine Independent School Distirct
11.2023 - Current
Educational Diagnostician
588 Coop
08.2022 - 05.2023
Special Education Teacher
Alpine Independent School District
08.2010 - 05.2022
Master of Arts -
Sul Ross State University
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Texas San Antonio