Elizabeth K. Fahey
Sister Bay,WI
Summary
To obtain a position as a Sign Language Interpreter
Qualified Educational Interpreter with solid background in Special Education, providing tailored instructional strategies for diverse learning needs. Successfully implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) to enhance student engagement and progress. Demonstrated expertise in behavior management and fostering inclusive classroom environments.
Qualified [Desired Position] with solid background in Special Education, providing tailored instructional strategies for diverse learning needs. Successfully implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) to enhance student engagement and progress. Demonstrated expertise in behavior management and fostering inclusive classroom environments.
Special education professional with proven track record of fostering inclusive learning environments and implementing effective instructional strategies. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and achieving positive educational outcomes, adaptable to changing classroom dynamics. Skilled in behavior management, curriculum development, and student advocacy, bringing reliability and flexibility to role.
Experienced with developing and implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs. Utilizes effective behavior management techniques to create positive and inclusive classroom environment. Track record of collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support student success and development.
Special Education Teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Life Skills Special Education Teacher
Sevastopol School District
10.2022 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Organized field trips and community-based experiences that enriched students'' understanding of real-world applications for their skills.
- Collaborated with parents and other educators to develop comprehensive support plans, promoting student success.
- Promoted self-advocacy and independence in students with disabilities by teaching self-management and decision-making skills.
- Integrated social skills training into curriculum, facilitating improved peer interactions and social integration.
- Enhanced communication skills in non-verbal students through integration of alternative and augmentative communication systems.
- Boosted student engagement in mathematics by introducing problem-solving activities that connected concepts to real-world situations.
- Encouraged parent and guardian involvement in educational process, enhancing home-school connection and supporting student achievement.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Sevastopol School District
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
Teacher Signing Assistant
Special Education of Dupage County
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
Sign Language Interpreter
SouthWest Cooperative of Cook County
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Provided interpretation services for deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
- Facilitated communication between deaf or hard of hearing individuals and [Type of professionals].
- Attended training programs to improve professional knowledge and interpretation skills.
- Streamlined communication processes by providing real-time sign language translation during video conferences and remote meetings.
- Bridged communication gaps between deaf individuals and their hearing peers through expert ASL interpretation during social events and recreational activities.
Sign Language Interpreter
Special Education of Dupage County
10.2016 - 08.2018
- Provided interpretation services for deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
- Facilitated communication between deaf or hard of hearing individuals and [Type of professionals].
- Collaborated in planning meetings to better serve hard of hearing in [Description] settings.
- Streamlined communication processes by providing real-time sign language translation during video conferences and remote meetings.
- Enabled deaf individuals to access essential resources and services by interpreting complex technical language in a variety of fields, such as healthcare, legal services, and financial management.
Key Leader
lululemon athletica
04.2012 - 09.2016
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and high-quality results.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth and skill development.
- Played an instrumental role in launching successful sales campaigns that contributed significantly to annual revenue goals.
- Coordinated closely with other departments to ensure seamless integration of new products or services into existing offerings.
- Increased overall productivity through the implementation of new software tools and training programs.
- Created a positive work culture by promoting open communication channels between staff members at all levels within the organization.
- Expanded client base through targeted marketing efforts, contributing to significant revenue growth for the company.
- Counted registers and cleaned and secured shop at end of shift.
- Directed employees to create displays, upsell featured items and tidy store during assigned shifts.
- Listened to and addressed customer concerns using creative problem-solving in accordance with company guidelines.
General Store Manager
Geneva Jake's
07.2008 - 04.2013
- Established a positive work environment by fostering open communication and promoting teamwork among employees.
- Managed financial aspects of the store including budgeting, expense tracking, and payroll administration for optimal cost control.
- Optimized store layout to enhance customer flow and maximize revenue from merchandise displays.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively by addressing their concerns promptly while adhering to company policies.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for team members, providing constructive feedback and guidance for professional development.
- Kept inventories accurate with daily cycle counts and regular audits to identify and resolve variances.
- Implemented loss prevention measures, resulting in reduced shrinkage levels and increased store security.
- Increased customer satisfaction through exceptional service and well-trained, knowledgeable staff members.
- Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
- Enhanced store profitability by implementing effective inventory management and pricing strategies.
- Maintained a clean, safe working environment compliant with all relevant health and safety regulations.
- Provided excellent customer service, promoting membership loyalty and increasing customer satisfaction rates.
- Recruited trained, and supervised staff members, ensuring consistently high performance standards were met.
Assistant Store Manager
Life is good
09.2005 - 07.2008
- Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
Administrative Associate
Children's Hospital Boston
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Managed confidential documents, safeguarding company information while maintaining strict adherence to privacy protocols.
- Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Maintained accurate records of staff members'' attendance, leave requests, and overtime hours for accurate payroll processing.
- Coordinated scheduling for meetings and appointments, ensuring optimal use of time and resources.
- Enhanced team productivity with effective communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
- Assisted in event planning initiatives for company gatherings, resulting in successful execution of events.
- Provided exceptional customer service to both internal and external clients, fostering strong professional relationships.
- Monitored office inventory levels diligently to ensure supplies were consistently replenished before depletion occurred.
- Collaborated with various departments to complete projects efficiently and effectively.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Streamlined office processes by implementing efficient organizational strategies and time-saving tools.
- Contributed to budget management efforts by tracking expenditures and submitting timely expense reports.
- Developed and maintained a well-organized filing system, improving document retrieval times.
- Exceeded performance metrics consistently through dedication towards continuous improvement in all aspects related to the role.
Education
Sign Language Interpreting Certificate -
Harper College
Palatine, IL05.2015
200 hour Hatha Yoga Certificate -
Brookfield Focus Yoga Alliance
05.2015
Bachelors of Science - American Sign Language, Human Services
Northeastern University
Boston, Ma12.2005
Skills
- Fluent communication in American Sign Language (ASL)
- Sign-to-voice interpreting
- Voice-to-sign interpreting
- Articulation skills
- Voicing skills
- Familiarity with business settings
- Familiarity with park recreation settings
- Familiarity with health settings
- Familiarity with educational settings
- Understanding of Deaf culture
Otherqualifications
- CPR certified
- Menta Trained
- CPI certified
- Visual Phonic certified
- 200 hour Yoga Teacher certification
Volunteer Experience
- Deaf Inc., Deaf-Blind Weekend Retreat, Cape Code, MA
- Interpreted Deaf 200 Yoga Teacher Training, Catskill, NY
- Organized 5k's for Boy Scouts of America and lululemon athletica
Practicumandinternships
- Marine-Niles Association of Special Recreation, Morton Grove, IL, 01/01/16 - 08/01/16
- Chicago Hearing Society Division of Anixter Center, Chicago, IL
- Westmont Junior High School, Westmont, IL
- Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, Arlington Heights, IL
- Walt Disney World Internship, Orlando, FL, 08/01/05
- Madison Park High School, Boston, MA, 09/01/05
Certification
- American Board of Education Special Education and Elementary Education August 2025
Languages
American Sign Language
Professional Working
Timeline
Life Skills Special Education Teacher
Sevastopol School District
10.2022 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Sevastopol School District
09.2020 - 09.2022
Teacher Signing Assistant
Special Education of Dupage County
06.2019 - 08.2020
Sign Language Interpreter
SouthWest Cooperative of Cook County
08.2018 - 06.2019
Sign Language Interpreter
Special Education of Dupage County
10.2016 - 08.2018
Key Leader
lululemon athletica
04.2012 - 09.2016
General Store Manager
Geneva Jake's
07.2008 - 04.2013
Assistant Store Manager
Life is good
09.2005 - 07.2008
Administrative Associate
Children's Hospital Boston
01.2005 - 01.2007
200 hour Hatha Yoga Certificate -
Brookfield Focus Yoga Alliance
Bachelors of Science - American Sign Language, Human Services
Northeastern University
Sign Language Interpreting Certificate -
Harper College
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