Hannah Buckson
Menasha
Summary
Dedicated special education teacher skilled in differentiated instruction, classroom management, and fostering parent communication. Proven ability to create individualized education plans and enhance student social skills development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Appleton Area School District
Appleton, WI
08.2022 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans to meet diverse student needs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance classroom learning environments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess and support student progress.
- Adapted instructional materials for students with varying disabilities and learning styles.
- Facilitated communication between parents, educators, and support staff regarding student development.
- Trained paraprofessionals in effective teaching methods and classroom management techniques.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Special Education Teacher
Oshkosh Area School District
Oshkosh, WI
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Evaluated student performance using standardized assessments to inform instructional practices.
- Led workshops on best practices for inclusive education within the school community.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Fostered positive learning environment, reducing classroom disruptions through effective behavior management strategies.
Special Education Teacher
Appleton Area School District
Appleton, WI
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Advocated for rights and needs of students with special education requirements, ensuring access to appropriate resources and accommodations.
- Integrated social skills training into curriculum, facilitating improved peer interactions and social integration.
- Collaborated with parents and other educators to develop comprehensive support plans, promoting student success.
- Promoted self-advocacy and independence in students with disabilities by teaching self-management and decision-making skills.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI05-2018
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI05-2018
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans ieps
- Small group instruction
- Lesson planning
- Relationship building
- Data management
- Motivating students
- Parent communication
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- De-escalation techniques
- Social skills development
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Visual supports
- Student support
- Life skills instruction
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Appleton Area School District
08.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Oshkosh Area School District
08.2021 - 06.2022
Special Education Teacher
Appleton Area School District
08.2018 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh