Glenn Funk
Houston
Summary
Versatile Teacher, empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to meet the needs of parents, fellow teachers, and student.
Looking to step outside of the classroom and grow in my leadership abilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Clear Creek Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
- Taught Math and Science to students in 6-8th grade with a variety of educational needs.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Special Education Teacher
Conroe ISD
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Taught Special Education In Class support and Resource for Kindergarten through 8th grade.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Special Education Teacher
Tomball ISD
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
Special Education Teacher
Magnolia ISD
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Taught in the PASS (Positive Approach to Student Success), which is a behavior program for students who stay in the mainstream General Education classroom.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
Long Term Special Education Substitute
Magnolia ISD
10.2016 - 05.2017
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behavior.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Maintained clear expectations for behavior and academic achievement, consistently holding students accountable while providing appropriate support structures for individual growth.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
Science Teacher
Peace Corps Tanzania
07.2014 - 09.2016
- Taught Biology to Form 1-6 students in Chamwino Ikulu, Dodoma, Tanzania.
- Able to speak Swahili with moderate, advanced fluency.
- Organized agricultural trainings and taught agricultural projects to increase sustainability.
- Organized several International Day events to empower students.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Berry College
Mount Berry, GA06.2014
Skills
- Elementary and Middle School Education
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Functional Behavior Assessment
- Faculty Collaboration
- Co-teaching Experience
- Differentiated Instruction
- Social Skills Training
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
Certification
Texas, K-12 Special Education, ESL supplemental, 4-8th Science, EC-6 Generalist
Georgia, 4-8th, Middle Grades Science and Social Sciences; ESOL Endorsement
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Clear Creek Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Conroe ISD
08.2019 - 05.2023
Special Education Teacher
Tomball ISD
08.2018 - 05.2019
Special Education Teacher
Magnolia ISD
08.2017 - 05.2018
Long Term Special Education Substitute
Magnolia ISD
10.2016 - 05.2017
Science Teacher
Peace Corps Tanzania
07.2014 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Education
Berry College
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