ELIZABETH CONWAY
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Creative Educator offering 4+ years of experience developing and implementing various course curriculums. Proficient in evaluation, monitoring student/client performance and tracking data and growth. Hardworking and energetic individual with excellent communication and supervisory skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Grand Rapids Public Schools
2021.05 - Current
- Analyzed data to monitor learner progress and maintained accurate records for up to 27 students simultaneously
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.
- 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.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Teacher
Spencer Owen Community Schools
2019.01 - 2021.05
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Adapted seamlessly to teach online during COVID-19 pandemic in accordance with state mandates.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Cross Country Coach
Spencer Owen Community Schools
2021.05 - 2021.10
- Coordinated and conducted off-season training and conditioning.
- Trained athletes to successfully hit personal records throughout season.
- Developed respect through appearance, behavior, language and conduct during practices and games.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Planned, instructed and supervised daily practice sessions.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
- Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
Youth Sports Coordinator
YMCA
2017.05 - 2019.12
- Trained and supervised a team providing youth sports opportunities for young athletes in the community
- Developed a youth sports curriculum for coaches to implement throughout the season
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
- Supervised up to 75 children in a camp setting while maintaining safety protocols.
- Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
- Ordered equipment for all sports and kept meticulous records on athletic equipment inventory.
Orientation Team Leader
Indiana University: Office Of FYE
2016.02 - 2016.09
- Facilitated group activities among assigned students and promoted community bonds through engaging events.
- Assisted with transition to college life by providing one-on-one support.
- Addressed variety of visitor questions and concerns, offering additional resources and references for more detailed information.
- Helped students troubleshoot and resolve issues with registration.
- Coordinated and led group campus tours of up to 50 students and parents.
- Provided subject matter expertise to other institutional departments and offices.
- Answered questions, pointed out important features and offered further details about special exhibits to educate visitors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN12.2019
Skills
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Public Speaking
- Technology Integration
- Learning Modalities
- Differentiated Instruction
- Customer Service
- Training Programs
- Account Management
Certification
- Licensed Teacher
- CPR/First Aid/AED
- Crisis Prevention: Nonviolent Crisis Deescalation
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Grand Rapids Public Schools
2021.05 - Current
Cross Country Coach
Spencer Owen Community Schools
2021.05 - 2021.10
Teacher
Spencer Owen Community Schools
2019.01 - 2021.05
Youth Sports Coordinator
YMCA
2017.05 - 2019.12
Orientation Team Leader
Indiana University: Office Of FYE
2016.02 - 2016.09
Bachelor of Science - Education
Indiana University Bloomington
- Licensed Teacher
- CPR/First Aid/AED
- Crisis Prevention: Nonviolent Crisis Deescalation
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