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Gwendolyn Baird

Nampa,ID

Summary

Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements, and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Nampa School District
Nampa, Idaho
08.2014 - 06.2024
  • Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
  • Collaborated with parents and staff to support student learning.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies in classroom settings.
  • Conducted assessments to monitor student progress and needs.
  • Coordinated with therapists to provide integrated support services.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
  • Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.

Elementary School Teacher

Mountain Home School District
Mountain Home, Idaho
08.1997 - 06.2014
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Organized and maintained classroom materials and resources for effective learning.
  • Collaborated with parents to support student academic growth and well-being.
  • Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods and feedback sessions.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching skills.
  • Assessed students' progress through formal and informal tests, quizzes, assignments, and observations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

Montana State University
Billings, MT
05-1997

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY
05-1987

Skills

  • Individualized education plans
  • Behavior management
  • Student assessment
  • Special needs support
  • Classroom collaboration
  • Curriculum development

Affiliations

  • I love to walk everyday and also spend time in the mountains camping and hiking.
  • I love to read and have read many books since retiring last year.
  • I enjoy spending time with my 4 grandchildren and babysit every chance I can,
  • I also have various crafts, such as knitting, scrapbooking, as well as other craft activities.

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Nampa School District
08.2014 - 06.2024

Elementary School Teacher

Mountain Home School District
08.1997 - 06.2014

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

Montana State University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University of Wyoming

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