Emily Emery
Chanhassen,MN
Summary
Special education teacher with multiple years of experience and a passion for helping students succeed. Will bring a positive attitude to any environment and be the advocate that students and families need. I bring strong collaboration skills for working with accommodations, lessons, and fostering a growth mindset. Effective at prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and managing multiple tasks at once while ensuring accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Burnsville School District
07.2022 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance classroom environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support student learning goals.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instructional methods accordingly.
- Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, and support staff.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
Special Education Teacher
Eagle Ridge Academy
07.2019 - 06.2022
- Utilized assistive technology to enhance learning experiences for students.
- Developed and delivered engaging lesson plans tailored to individual abilities.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student performance and inform instruction.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Advocated for rights and needs of students with special education requirements, ensuring access to appropriate resources and accommodations.
Special Education Teacher
Shakopee Public Schools
07.2017 - 06.2019
- 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.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Utilized assistive technology to enhance learning experiences for students.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Northcentral University
Menomonie, WI05-2017
Master of Science - Special Education
Northcentral University
San Diego, CA02-2021
Skills
- Managing effective individual education plans
- Behavior management strategies
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Student progress monitoring
- Collaborative communication with families
- Positive reinforcement strategies
- Assistive technology utilization
- Techniques for assessing student performance
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum modification
- Social-emotional learning facilitation
Certification
- SafetyCare Training - 1 & 2
- Ukeru Training
- Academic Behavior Strategist License
- Developmental Disabilities License
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Burnsville School District
07.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Eagle Ridge Academy
07.2019 - 06.2022
Special Education Teacher
Shakopee Public Schools
07.2017 - 06.2019
Master of Science - Special Education
Northcentral University
Master of Science - Special Education
Northcentral University