Ginny Titus
Pratt
Summary
Motivated educator with extensive experience in behavior intervention strategies, multidisciplinary collaboration, developing IEPs, and fostering positive relationships with all team members. Deeply passionate about empowering students, teachers, and caregivers to help every learner thrive and reach their fullest potential.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
K-3 Special Education Teacher
South Central Kansas Special Education Cooperative
Pratt
08.2024 - Current
- Designed individualized instructional and behavior plans in collaboration with educators and professionals for stude
- Implemented behavior management strategies to foster positive classroom environments.
- Conducted individual and small group activities tailored to meet diverse learning needs.
- Developed positive relationships with parents and staff to enhance educational experiences.
- Created a safe and supportive environment for special education students.
English Teacher (ELA 10)
USD #209
Moscow
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed lectures and assignments centered on literary analysis and writing fundamentals.
- Cultivated welcoming learning environments in both classroom and online contexts.
- Interpreted literature and essays in context with historical period to promote critical thinking.
- Provided additional assistance to students learning English as second language.
- Encouraged and challenged students to explore different themes and literature styles through lectures, discussions and assignments.
STEM Teacher- Junior High
USD #209
Moscow
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Helped students understand application of scientific principles with use of experiments, lab activities, and projects.
- Developed lectures to cultivate intellectual curiosity surrounding biological science, environmental concerns and real-world concepts.
- Enhanced learning with field trips to Cosmosphere and local entities.
- Gave students ample opportunities for independent learning and exploration with balanced program of direct instruction.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet student needs and interests.
Preschool/Pre-Kindergarten
USD #209
Moscow
08.2013 - 05.2024
- Created supportive and learning-focused classroom environments to help children achieve developmental milestones through play and exploration.
- Generated age-appropriate lesson plans to cultivate diverse learning including social, emotional and cognitive development.
- Assisted families with children's transitions from preschool to kindergarten.
- Modeled positive behaviors to help improve children's self-esteem and social skills.
- Included parents in children's developmental and educational process.
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
High Plains Education Cooperative
Hugoton/Moscow
10.2003 - 05.2010
- Planned lessons and provided direct instruction for classroom, small-group and individual settings.
- Consulted and collaborated with staff around student learning styles, differentiated instruction and curricula modifications.
- Guided colleagues in lesson planning and classroom management activities.
- Administered and interpreted formal and informal educational assessments and prepared reports to identify learning gaps.
- Addressed student behavioral and academic problems in close collaboration with parents, counselors and administrators.
- Facilitated creative play, social development, and motor skills with well-organized learning spaces.
- Developed and implemented successful IEPs to promote educational, physical and social development of students.
- Helped special needs students adapt to mainstream classes, supporting students and teachers throughout process.
- Implemented special educational strategies and instruction techniques to support development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, cognition and language.
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) - Early Childhood Special Education
Emporia State University
05.2005
Certification Added To License - Education (Exercise Science)
University of Kansas
12.1993
Skills
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Behavior intervention strategies & modifications
- Social skills training
- Trauma-informed Self-regulation strategies
- Relationship building
- Parent coaching and support
- Creative and standard-based lesson plans
- Differentiated Instruction
- IEP Writing
References
Available upon request.
Certification
Kansas Teaching License - Early Childhood & High Incidence Special Education K-12 ; Autism Specialist
Timeline
K-3 Special Education Teacher
South Central Kansas Special Education Cooperative
08.2024 - Current
English Teacher (ELA 10)
USD #209
08.2023 - 05.2024
STEM Teacher- Junior High
USD #209
08.2022 - 05.2024
Preschool/Pre-Kindergarten
USD #209
08.2013 - 05.2024
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
High Plains Education Cooperative
10.2003 - 05.2010
Master of Science (M.S.) - Early Childhood Special Education
Emporia State University
Certification Added To License - Education (Exercise Science)
University of Kansas