Geneva (Ginny) Scott
New Albany,MS
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Union County School District
08.2013 - 03.2026
- Developed individualized education plans to meet diverse student needs.
- Implemented behavioral management strategies to enhance classroom environment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support student learning objectives.
- Assisted in creating adaptive learning materials for various disabilities.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instructional methods accordingly.
- Facilitated communication between parents and educational staff regarding student development.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student performance and inform teaching techniques.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Streamlined classroom processes by integrating technology tools such as interactive whiteboards and assistive devices designed for students with disabilities.
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Organized field trips and community-based experiences that enriched students'' understanding of real-world applications for their skills.
- Advocated for rights and needs of students with special education requirements, ensuring access to appropriate resources and accommodations.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive educational and emotional support for students.
- Reduced feelings of isolation among students with special needs by implementing inclusive classroom practices.
- Fostered positive learning environment, reducing classroom disruptions through effective behavior management strategies.
- Conducted assessments to identify students' strengths and areas for improvement, informing instructional strategies.
- Enhanced communication skills in non-verbal students through integration of alternative and augmentative communication systems.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Union County School District
08.2013 - 03.2026