Erin Coddington
Kansas City,MO
Summary
- Effective communicator with good interpersonal skills
- Organized, flexible, and strong work ethic
- Enthusiastic, good sense of humor, and sincere
- Patient, persistent, and task-oriented with a focus on time lines
- Ability to assess needs and be part of a problem solving team
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Park Hill School District
08.2007 - Current
- Serve as a liaison between Vocational Rehabilitation and Park Hill South Students
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Increased parent engagement through regular communication, building strong relationships and fostering a supportive learning environment at home.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing rules and consequences.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and integrate interdisciplinary lesson plans, broadening student understanding of various subjects.
- Mentored new teachers in the Special Education department, sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective instructional methods.
- Contributed to IEP development and implementation, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide appropriate accommodations and modifications for special education students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Resource Specialist
Los Alamitos Unified School District
09.1992 - 01.2003
- Serve as liaison between JTPA, Workability, Department of Rehabilitation, Regional Center, and SELPA
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes for resource allocation, leading to increased operational efficiency.
- Assisted in creating 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.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips, enriching th educational experience beyond classroom setting.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Resource Specialist
Huntington Beach Union High School District
09.1990 - 06.1992
- Assisted in creating 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.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching skills.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and consequences to maintain positive learning environment.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Resource Specialist
Tulare Union Unified High School District
09.1989 - 06.1990
- Assisted in creating 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.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate various learning styles and abilities within classroom.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching skills.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and consequences to maintain positive learning environment.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Excelsior Springs Unified School District
09.1987 - 06.1989
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Monitored student progress closely, intervening proactively when necessary to ensure steady growth and achievement of learning goals.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Provided one-on-one support for students struggling in specific areas, resulting in marked improvement in their understanding of subject matter.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistency in enforcing rules.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
California State University
Long Beach, CA05.1996
Bachelor of Science - Education
Southwest Missouri State University
Springfield, MO05.1987
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Small Group Instruction
Relatedactivities
- Work Experience Coordinator, Park Hill South High School, 2014-Present
- Leadership Member, Park Hill South High School, 2020-2023
- PTA Co-President, English Landing Elementary, 2012-2014
- Conflict Mediator, Los Alamitos High School, 1995-2002
- Class Advisor, Los Alamitos High School, 1992-1996
- Cheer and Song Advisor, Los Alamitos High School, 1993-1994
- Senior Class Advisor, Marina High School, 1991-1992
- Yearbook Advisor, Huntington Beach High School, 1989-1990
Credentials
- California Pupil Personnel Services Credential
- California Resource Specialist Credential of Competence
- California Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential
- California Clear Specialist Instruction Credential in Special Education
- Missouri Elementary Education/ Learning Disabled Credential
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Park Hill School District
08.2007 - Current
Resource Specialist
Los Alamitos Unified School District
09.1992 - 01.2003
Resource Specialist
Huntington Beach Union High School District
09.1990 - 06.1992
Resource Specialist
Tulare Union Unified High School District
09.1989 - 06.1990
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Excelsior Springs Unified School District
09.1987 - 06.1989
Master of Science - Special Education
California State University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Southwest Missouri State University
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