Heather Frommelt
Katy,TX
Summary
Versatile and dedicated Special Education Provider with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Teaching experience from pre-k through 12th grade in both special education and general education. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students. Focusing on the needs of students with ASD and SSN.
Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher adept at incorporating each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Organized Special Education Teacher successful at providing classroom and emotional structure for special needs children required to flourish in academic setting. Certified and licensed in Colorado and recognized as highly qualified educator. Coordinates well with classroom teachers with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students. Successful English Teacher with expertise in building engaging lesson plans and communicating ideas to foster student comprehension. Expert in adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adaptive Behavior Teacher
Cy Fair Independent School District
07.2023 - Current
- Developed social skills curricula tailored to individual student needs, enhancing peer interactions and fostering positive relationships.
- Provided crisis intervention support during critical incidents, de-escalating situations and ensuring safety of all involved parties.
- Evaluated effectiveness of behavior interventions using data-driven approaches, making adjustments as needed to ensure success.
- Improved student behavior by implementing individualized behavior support plans and strategies.
- Reduced classroom disruptions through careful observation and analysis of student behaviors, leading to tailored interventions.
- Managed caseload of 12 students grades 6-8.
BSS Teacher
FORTBEND INDEPENDENT
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Managed caseload of approximately 10 students grades k-5
SpEd Teacher and English Teacher
Cherry Creek School District
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Managed caseload of 21 students grades 9-12.
- Collaborated with students with multiple degrees of special needs to accomplish various tasks.
- Created learning and content strategies to meet needs of mentally and physically disabled students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
Para Educator
Cherry Creek School District
10.2017 - 08.2020
- Identified warning signs of emotional or developmental problems
- Graded tests and papers and recorded grades for teaching staff
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies
- Accompanied students from the program to their mainstream classes
- Worked with children with mental illness and behavioral issues
- Worked one on one with children in crisis situations
- Worked closely with school Psychiatrists and Counselors
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to diverse range of developmentally challenged students
- Communicated nonverbally with children to provide comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement
- Created learning and content strategies to meet needs of mentally and physically disabled students
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS)
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration
- Operated with high integrity, built trust, and earned sustained credibility with internal and external clientele
School Nurse
Douglas County School District
05.2005 - 05.2007
- Ensured HIPAA compliance
- Followed infection control procedures
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Dispensed daily medications for 5-10 students per day
- Treated and diagnosed minor injuries and illnesses
Pre-K Teacher
Willows Child Learning Centers
05.1996 - 02.1998
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Created and implemented curriculum for students ages 2-5.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education With A Certification in Autism
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Behavioral Science
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO1996
Skills
- Diverse classroom settings
- Differentiated instruction
- Student records management
- Special education
- Classroom management
- Student progress reporting
- Child development
- Organized
- Lesson planning
- Writing Coursework
- Reading Assignments
- Program Development and Management
- Literature Analysis
- Organizational ability
- Problem-solving skills
Accomplishments
Awarded a $10,000 Grant in my name for the school's Special Education Department
Certification
ASD and SSN Certification
Yoshimoto Orton-Gillingham Training Completed
CPI certified
First Aid and CPR certified
Timeline
Adaptive Behavior Teacher
Cy Fair Independent School District
07.2023 - Current
BSS Teacher
FORTBEND INDEPENDENT
07.2022 - 07.2023
SpEd Teacher and English Teacher
Cherry Creek School District
08.2020 - 07.2022
Para Educator
Cherry Creek School District
10.2017 - 08.2020
School Nurse
Douglas County School District
05.2005 - 05.2007
Pre-K Teacher
Willows Child Learning Centers
05.1996 - 02.1998
Master of Arts - Special Education With A Certification in Autism
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Bachelor of Arts - Behavioral Science
Metropolitan State University of Denver
ASD and SSN Certification
Yoshimoto Orton-Gillingham Training Completed
CPI certified
First Aid and CPR certified
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