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Erin Sharp

Alpena,Mi

Summary

Special Education Teacher Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Teacher

AMA ESD
08.2023 - Current
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Taught students in self-contained and resource environments.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
  • Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
  • Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
  • Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
  • Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.

Teacher Consultant

Alpena Public Schools
08.2022 - 08.2023

Provided guidance and advice to teachers and other educational professionals on a variety of topics


Assisted with the administration of the SAT, Workkeys, M-Step, and Mi-Access to special education students.


Met with special education staff to provide updates and answer questions regarding special education students and IEPs.


Met with principals and other administrators to discuss current student needs.


Was part of the Behavior Intervention Plan creation and implementation

High School Special Education Teacher

Alpena Public Schools
01.2010 - Current

K-5 Special Education Teacher/Title I

Rogers City Area Schools
08.2009 - 06.2010

Substitute Teacher

Alpena Public Schools
01.2004 - 01.2009

Education

Masters of Science in Education -

Walden University
10.2013

Special Education Endorsement -

Indiana Wesleyan University
03.2009

Bachelor of Arts - undefined

Spring Arbor University
05.2005

Associate of Applied Arts and Sciences - Criminal Justice

West Shore Community College
12.1991

Skills

  • Teaching methodologies
  • Individualized Education Plans
  • Social-emotional learning
  • IEP and BIP implementation
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Behavior Modifications
  • Excellent classroom management
  • Cognitive and behavioral development

Certification

Currently working on the Cogntively Impaired Endorsement - Passed the certification test on October 24. 2024

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

AMA ESD
08.2023 - Current

Teacher Consultant

Alpena Public Schools
08.2022 - 08.2023

High School Special Education Teacher

Alpena Public Schools
01.2010 - Current

K-5 Special Education Teacher/Title I

Rogers City Area Schools
08.2009 - 06.2010

Substitute Teacher

Alpena Public Schools
01.2004 - 01.2009

Bachelor of Arts - undefined

Spring Arbor University

Associate of Applied Arts and Sciences - Criminal Justice

West Shore Community College

Masters of Science in Education -

Walden University

Special Education Endorsement -

Indiana Wesleyan University
Erin Sharp