Versatile and dedicated Special Education Teacher with focus on individual needs of all students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons and individualized education plans. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
CAPE HENLOPEN SCHOOL DISTRICT
09.2014 - Current
Special Education Teacher at Cape Henlopen High School, team teaching in Spanish 1 & 2 classrooms
Case Manager assigned 11-15 students on caseload each year. Lead activities to develop students' academic, physical, emotional, and social growth.
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals
Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of diverse learners
Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies
MENTORING PROGRAM TEACHER
CAPE HENLOPEN SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2018 - Current
Teacher- Mentoring program at CHSD
Educate 25-30 students about different types of disabilities and strategies in working with students with disabilities
Place students within Cape Henlopen School District to mentor in classrooms and use strategies learned
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives
INSTRUCTIONAL PARA EDUCATOR
CAPE HENLOPEN SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2011 - 09.2014
1 v 1 Instructional Para at Cape Henlopen High School
Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Education
M.Ed - Master of Education K-6
WILMINGTON UNIVERSITY
Georgetown
12.2013
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising & Design
APPALCHIAN STATE UNIVERSITY
Boone
05.2004
Skills
Special Education teacher- Several years of experience writing and following IEPs
Class of 2019 Advisor - led c/o 2019 students for 4 years in volunteer activities, school functions, fundraisers, and graduation
Class of 2025 Advisor - currently leading c/o 2025 students
Henlopen Leaders Advisor - advising a diverse group of high school students in a leadership club focusing on being peer leaders and organizing events for improving school climate
Proficient in Apple and Google Suite applications for educational purposes
Personal Information
Title: Special Education Teacher
Timeline
MENTORING PROGRAM TEACHER
CAPE HENLOPEN SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2018 - Current
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
CAPE HENLOPEN SCHOOL DISTRICT
09.2014 - Current
INSTRUCTIONAL PARA EDUCATOR
CAPE HENLOPEN SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2011 - 09.2014
M.Ed - Master of Education K-6
WILMINGTON UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising & Design
APPALCHIAN STATE UNIVERSITY
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