Motivated, enthusiastic educator with 5+ years experience fostering a cohesive student learning atmosphere.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Tyler Independent School District
Tyler, Texas
10.2012 - 06.2012
Special Education Teacher -Resource K-3
Harnett County Schools
Lillington , NC
09.2008 - 06.2009
Education
Master of Science - Professional Studies in Education/Psychology
Capella University
2006
Skills
Managing classroom for diverse populations
Active participation in [groups, plans, events]
Effectively work with parents
Motivating students
Differentiated instruction
Teaching, tutoring and counseling
Experience working special needs students
Diverse classroom settings
Innovative lesson planning
Test proctoring
Student-centered learning
Accomplishments
Student Development
Increased student standardized test scores by 20% by introducing more effective learning techniques such as technology integration and student-run lesson plans.
Dynamic Teaching Techniques
Instructed students in academic subjects using variety of techniques such as phonetics, multisensory learning, and repetition to reinforce learning.
Student Progress Conferences
Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
Education Strategies
Employed special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory/perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Tyler Independent School District
10.2012 - 06.2012
Special Education Teacher -Resource K-3
Harnett County Schools
09.2008 - 06.2009
Master of Science - Professional Studies in Education/Psychology
Paraprofessional/ Assistant at Tyler Independent School District, Tx Target Distribution CenterParaprofessional/ Assistant at Tyler Independent School District, Tx Target Distribution Center