Eryn Phillips
Special Education Teacher
Aberdeen,ID
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy
Fort Hall, Idaho
08.2017 - Current
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
Paraprofessional Aide
School District 25 Highland High School
Pocatello, ID
01.2015 - 08.2023
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
- Graded and provided feedback on assignments.
Social Worker
Hope Tree Family Services
Pocatello, Idaho
08.2017 - 07.2019
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
- Collaborated with community members to develop and implement service initiatives.
- Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
Social Worker
Access Point Family Services
Chubbuck, Idaho
08.2014 - 09.2018
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Devised and implemented community-based programs to promote mental health awareness.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID 08.2008 - 05.2014
Skills
Conflict resolution techniques
Student records management
Lesson Planning
Elementary education
Special education
Differentiated instruction
Flexible and Adaptable
Good Telephone Etiquette
Written Communication
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop goals and objective tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with team of 6 in the development of a PBIS program with our school.
Certification
S.M.A.R.T. year 1 and 2 Dyslexia Training
Timeline
S.M.A.R.T. year 1 and 2 Dyslexia Training
05-2023
Special Education Teacher
Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy
08.2017 - Current
Social Worker
Hope Tree Family Services
08.2017 - 07.2019
Paraprofessional Aide
School District 25 Highland High School
01.2015 - 08.2023
Social Worker
Access Point Family Services
08.2014 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Idaho State University
08.2008 - 05.2014