Geoff Tubbs
Henderson,NV
Summary
Experienced Special Education Teacher with 34 years supporting children with disabilities in various roles. Develops and implements individualized education plans, addressing unique student needs through tailored lesson plans. Committed to fostering lifelong learning with appropriate and effective instruction.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elective/Special Education Teacher
Beacon Academy of Nevada
Las Vegas, Nevada
11.2023 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans tailored to meet diverse student needs, enhancing engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to create support frameworks that facilitated student progress and success.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to foster a positive classroom environment and promote student self-regulation.
- Adapted lesson plans to accommodate various learning styles.
- Monitored student performance and adjusted instruction accordingly.
FLS Teacher
Clark County School District
Henderson, USA
08.2020 - 11.2023
- Case management and instruction for students with severe cognitive and physical impairment.
- Cultivated positive classroom environment, enhancing student engagement and participation.
- Integrated technology tools to enrich learning experiences and support diverse student needs.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and concerns.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Designed and maintained classroom environments conducive to student learning and holistic development.
Director of Special Services
Colorado River Union High School District
Bullhead City, USA
08.2013 - 06.2020
- Led special education guidance and leadership initiatives across Colorado River Union High School District, enhancing service delivery.
- Ensured program integrity and quality as it relates to instruction of students with a variety of disabilities and needs.
- Developed and implemented special education programs for diverse student needs.
- Coordinated training sessions for staff on best practices in special services, improving instructional effectiveness for students with disabilities.
- Worked within a shared governmental agreement to provide support and special education leadership for an additional 6 schools within Bullhead City Elementary School District.
- Facilitated communication between parents, staff, and community resources.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations regarding special education, safeguarding program integrity and student rights.
Education Coordinator/Head of Academy
Sarah Dooley Center for Autism at St. Joseph's Villa
Richmond, USA
08.2007 - 02.2013
- Coordinated educational programs that improved learning outcomes for children with autism and developmental disorders.
- Facilitated training workshops that equipped staff with effective autism education strategies and best practices.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for educational activities and events.
- Collaborated with community partners to enhance educational resources and support services.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through feedback from parents and staff members.
- Supported families in navigating educational challenges, enhancing their advocacy and understanding of available resources.
- Advocated for student needs within multidisciplinary team meetings and planning sessions.
Education
Some College - Added Endorsement For Mental Retardation
Mohave Community College
Bullhead City, AZ05-2014
Some College (No Degree) - Added Emotional Disability Endorsement
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA01-2005
M.Ed. - Teaching - Special Education
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05-2002
B.S. - General Management - Business
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN12-1990
Skills
- IEP development
- Individualized education plans
- Curriculum development
- Data analysis
- Transition management
- Community engagement
- Professional development
- Recruitment and retention
- Team building
- Empathetic leadership
- Organizational behavior
- Behavior management
- Special education regulations
- Program development
Projects
- Life Academy, Started program for students who were at-risk and chronic violators of school behavior rules/expectations.
- Transition Program, Started program for students with autism and other intellectual disabilities at Sarah Dooley Center for Autism.
- Multi-Agency Collaboration, Along with Arizona Department of Economic Security to build transition services to rural areas in western Arizona.
- Multi-Agency Collaboration, Along with Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services to increase outcomes for successful transition for students with autism and intellectual disabilities in greater Richmond, Virginia area.
- Trainer for Crisis Prevention Institute, While serving as Director of Special Services. Trained and certified staff of both Colorado River Union High School District and Bullhead City Elementary District to recognize and respond to stressful or crisis situations.
- Security/Crowd Management for Best Crowd Management, Working at T-Mobile, Park MGM and MGM Grand. Current State of Nevada Private Investigators License (Unarmed).
Awards
- Management Excellence Award, 2010
- Autism Awareness recognition with city of Bullhead City, AZ, 04/19
- Teacher of the Month at Green Valley High School, 01/22
Certification
- Special Education Teacher Certification - Nevada Generalist with Endorsement in Intellectual Disabilities
Timeline
Elective/Special Education Teacher
Beacon Academy of Nevada
11.2023 - Current
FLS Teacher
Clark County School District
08.2020 - 11.2023
Director of Special Services
Colorado River Union High School District
08.2013 - 06.2020
Education Coordinator/Head of Academy
Sarah Dooley Center for Autism at St. Joseph's Villa
08.2007 - 02.2013
Some College - Added Endorsement For Mental Retardation
Mohave Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Added Emotional Disability Endorsement
Virginia Commonwealth University
M.Ed. - Teaching - Special Education
Virginia Commonwealth University
B.S. - General Management - Business
East Tennessee State University