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.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Cobb County School District
01.2017 - Current
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education: High Incidence
Fort Hays State University
12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
12-2013
Skills
Behavior Modifications
Instructional Strategies
Lesson Planning
Skills Development
Differentiated instruction
Classroom management
Individual education plans
Small group instruction
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Cobb County School District
01.2017 - Current
Master of Science - Special Education: High Incidence
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