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Emily Ferguson

Gilmer,TX

Summary

Dedicated Special Education Instructional Aide with experience at Pine Tree ISD, adept in inclusion strategies and behavior intervention. Successfully collaborated with teachers to enhance classroom management and implemented effective behavior plans for students with autism. Committed to fostering positive learning environments and promoting student progress through tailored support and positive reinforcement.

Experienced with supporting students with diverse learning needs in special education settings. Utilizes tailored instructional strategies to enhance student engagement and progress. Knowledge of effective classroom management techniques to maintain supportive learning environment, with 4 years of experience working with differently-abled students. Highly organized and an excellent communicator. Proficient in planning lessons that develop essential life and education skills that benefit students across the cognitive spectrum.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Instructional Aide

Pine Tree ISD
11.2021 - Current
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of special education.
  • Documented behaviors, implemented interventions, and treatment results.
  • Assisted teachers and worked individually with students with special needs, helping each navigate education system.
  • Collaborated with teachers to help with classroom and workload management.
  • I worked specifically the last 2 years with students who were non-verbal with autism and severe behaviors.


Autism and Behavior Analysis Tech

Kranz Psychological
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Worked with students who had Autism and behavior disorders.
  • Implemented specialized behavior plans.
  • Logged behavior activity and goals to help with progress monitoring of each client.

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Education

Bachelor of Arts -

University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX
12-2025

Associate of Arts - Education

Kilgore College
Kilgore, TX
05-2024

Skills

  • Inclusion strategies
  • Classroom management
  • Classroom organization
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Behavior Intervention

Certification

  • Handle with Care Training
  • CPI Training
  • ABAT Certification
  • TEA Paraprofessional certification


Timeline

Autism and Behavior Analysis Tech

Kranz Psychological
06.2024 - 08.2024

Special Education Instructional Aide

Pine Tree ISD
11.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Arts -

University of Texas At Tyler

Associate of Arts - Education

Kilgore College
Emily Ferguson