Elizabeth Seybert
East Brady,PA
Summary
Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Clarion-Limestone Area School District
04.2022 - Current
- Enhanced students' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Streamlined classroom processes by integrating technology tools such as interactive whiteboards and assistive devices designed for students with disabilities.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Special Education teacher
Summit Academy School
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Enhanced students' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Taught lessons designed to increase Mathematical vocabulary and knowledge, English Language Arts comprehension and fluency, Social Skills, Life Skills, and more.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Long-Term Special Education Substitute
Ambridge Area School District
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Managed behaviors and routines for each student in their environment.
- Established strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication channels to support student success both at school and at home.
- Monitored student progress through consistent evaluation, adjusting teaching methods as needed for optimal results.
- Developed strategies for behavior management, leading to a more focused and engaged classroom environment.
- Collaborated with special education team members to effectively address the various needs of students.
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating individualized education plans and tailored teaching methods.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and IEP goals to ensure compliance with state regulations and reporting requirements.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Co-taught with a paraprofessional and other educators in the general education classrooms.
ESY Teacher Summer Program
Avonworth School District
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing innovative teaching strategies and incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
- Boosted overall test scores by implementing engaging, interactive lesson plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Improved classroom management through the development of a collaborative learning environment, promoting positive behavior and fostering academic growth.
- Increased parent involvement in their child's education by maintaining open lines of communication and regularly updating parents on student progress.
Building Substitute
Pine Richland School District, Kelly Educational Staffing
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Improved student comprehension by tailoring teaching methods to individual learning styles.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans, enhancing students'' critical thinking skills.
- Increased overall class participation by fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to design interdisciplinary lessons, promoting well-rounded learning experiences.
- Assisted struggling students through one-on-one sessions, leading to increased academic success.
- Incorporated real-world examples into lessons, making concepts more relatable and easier to understand for students.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
Sales, Associate
Barnes and Noble
07.2020 - 03.2022
- Boosted sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential clients for strategic partnerships.
- Developed customized accounting solutions for clients, resulting in increased client satisfaction and retention.
- Streamlined invoicing processes to reduce errors and improve efficiency, leading to faster payments from clients.
- Enhanced client relationships by providing personalized customer service and addressing concerns promptly.
ESY Paraprofessional Summer Program
Plum Borough School District
07.2020 - 08.2020
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough documentation of services provided to students with disabilities.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
Student Teacher, Third Grade
Edgeworth Elementary, Quaker Valley School District
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities into lessons.
- Increased students' critical thinking skills through the implementation of group projects and problem-solving exercises.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular connections, reinforcing key concepts across subject areas.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
Student Teacher, Second Grade
Sandycreek Elementary, Franklin Area School District
04.2019 - 05.2019
- Created lessons designed to increase vocabulary, motor skills, physical health knowledge, Mathematical knowledge, Science knowledge, English Language Arts knowledge, and more.
- Helped to teach lessons the cooperating teacher had planned to increase vocabulary, Mathematical knowledge, English Language Arts knowledge, and more.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities into lessons.
- Increased students' critical thinking skills through the implementation of group projects and problem-solving exercises.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
- Utilized various teaching techniques and strategies to engage students in learning.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
ESY Paraprofessional Summer Program
Plum Borough School District
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough documentation of services provided to students with disabilities.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
Student Teacher, Preschool
North Clarion County School District
11.2018 - 12.2018
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough documentation of services provided to students with disabilities.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities into lessons.
- Increased students' critical thinking skills through the implementation of group projects and problem-solving exercises.
ESY Paraprofessional Summer Program
Plum Borough School District
07.2018 - 08.2018
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough documentation of services provided to students with disabilities.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
Sales Associate
GNC
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting the benefits of our product offerings.
- Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
Sales Associate
Sears
05.2016 - 04.2017
- Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting the benefits of our product offerings.
- Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
Clerk
Sewickley Public Library
01.2014 - 07.2015
- Assisted in multiple departments: circulation, reference, and children’s
- Assisted with children’s programs, creation of activities, and the creation of the reading calendar
- Processed checkouts, fines, library card registrations, and program registrations
- Volunteer in the facility from Summer of 2010 to
Education
Masters - College, Special Education
Slippery Rock University, Education
Slippery Rock, PA01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion, PA12.2019
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Activity Oversight and Planning
- Social Support
- Special Education Support
- Differentiated Instruction
- IEP Compliance
- Educational Assistance
- Classroom Support
- Documentation
- Schedule Management
- Small Group Instruction
- Student Records Management
Additional Information
- Honors and Awards , Member, Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society, Slippery Rock, PA, Spring 2021 Member, Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society, Clarion, PA, Fall 2017 Member, Delta Alpha Pi Honor Society, Clarion, PA, Fall 2016
Timeline
Special Education teacher
Summit Academy School
08.2022 - 04.2023
Special Education Teacher
Clarion-Limestone Area School District
04.2022 - Current
Long-Term Special Education Substitute
Ambridge Area School District
11.2021 - 06.2022
ESY Teacher Summer Program
Avonworth School District
07.2021 - 08.2021
Building Substitute
Pine Richland School District, Kelly Educational Staffing
10.2020 - 06.2021
Sales, Associate
Barnes and Noble
07.2020 - 03.2022
ESY Paraprofessional Summer Program
Plum Borough School District
07.2020 - 08.2020
Student Teacher, Third Grade
Edgeworth Elementary, Quaker Valley School District
08.2019 - 12.2019
ESY Paraprofessional Summer Program
Plum Borough School District
07.2019 - 08.2019
Student Teacher, Second Grade
Sandycreek Elementary, Franklin Area School District
04.2019 - 05.2019
Student Teacher, Preschool
North Clarion County School District
11.2018 - 12.2018
ESY Paraprofessional Summer Program
Plum Borough School District
07.2018 - 08.2018
Sales Associate
GNC
05.2017 - 05.2018
Sales Associate
Sears
05.2016 - 04.2017
Clerk
Sewickley Public Library
01.2014 - 07.2015
Masters - College, Special Education
Slippery Rock University, Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
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