George Smith
Broadview,MT
Summary
I am a Special Education Teacher with experience working with diverse learners with severe needs. I have a strong background in curriculum development, classroom management, writing and modifying IEPs, and lesson planning. I am collaborative and inclusive in my professional practices. I am also strong in building relationships with students and their families to aid academic, social, and emotional growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher/Case Manager
MORTON WEST HIGH SCHOOL
BERWYN, IL
08.2022 - Current
- Advocated for students with disabilities in writing and modifying IEPs and BIPs
- Regularly updated and managed student goals to reflect their progress and changing needs
- Incorporated interactive visual aids into lesson plans to enhance understanding and engagement.
- Acted as a strong advocate for students, ensuring their needs were met through appropriate accommodations and modifications.
- Designed and wrote curriculum for an Adapted Art class, ensuring accessibility and engagement for students with varying abilities
- Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
Special Education Teacher Assistant
OAK PARK RIVER FOREST HIGH SCHOOL
OAK PARK, IL
06.2013 - 08.2022
- Provided extra attention to individuals needing targeted academic or behavioral guidance during classes
- Monitored students in class, hallways, and the cafeteria to enforce tier 1 expectations
- Aided immobile students around the school, for Specials classes, and during restroom breaks
- Created an inclusive school environment through Special Olympics
Special Education Classroom Assistant
MORTON WEST HIGH SCHOOL
BERWYN, IL
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials, and supplies
- Observed student behaviors and utilized success intervention techniques to correct problems
- Monitored students' behavior
- Assisted students with limited mobility.
Education
MASTER OF ARTS IN SPECIAL EDUCATION -
Dominican University
05.2024
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION & SERVICES -
Northern Illinois University
05.2005
Skills
- Versed in Unique Curriculum & DLM assessments
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Social Integration
- Relationship Building
- Parent Communication
- MS Office Proficient
- Communicate with Verbal and Nonverbal students
- Over 15 years of coaching experience
Certification
- IEIN, 861616 AP LBS1
- ELS APE LBS 1, License ID 2588032
- ILLINOIS TEACHER CERTIFICATION
Timeline
Special Education Teacher/Case Manager
MORTON WEST HIGH SCHOOL
08.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher Assistant
OAK PARK RIVER FOREST HIGH SCHOOL
06.2013 - 08.2022
Special Education Classroom Assistant
MORTON WEST HIGH SCHOOL
01.2010 - 01.2014
MASTER OF ARTS IN SPECIAL EDUCATION -
Dominican University
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION & SERVICES -
Northern Illinois University
- IEIN, 861616 AP LBS1
- ELS APE LBS 1, License ID 2588032
- ILLINOIS TEACHER CERTIFICATION
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