Heather Lowry
Clovis,CA
Summary
Adept at fostering inclusive classrooms and enhancing student skills, I excelled at Clovis Unified School District by integrating data management and emotional support into special education. My collaborative teamwork and innovative inclusion strategies significantly contributed to a positive learning environment, underscoring my role as a transformative educator and positive role model. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Clovis Unified School District
01.2021 - 09.2024
- 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.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- 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.
- 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.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Organized field trips and community-based experiences that enriched students' understanding of real-world applications for their skills.
- As the program's lead teacher, extra job duties entailed; managing team meetings, supporting teachers and instructional assistants with needs, questions, and concerns, and managing 18 adults with 32 special education students daily.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Clovis Unified School District
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Campus Monitor
Clovis Unified School District
08.2013 - 08.2018
- Kept detailed records of incidents involving student misconduct, providing accurate documentation for disciplinary action when necessary.
- Upheld a high level of professionalism while interacting with students, staff, parents, and visitors to maintain a positive reputation for the school community.
- Collaborated with counseling staff members, referring at-risk students for additional support services as needed.
- Supported the administration in implementing new safety and security initiatives, providing valuable feedback for continuous improvement.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
National University
La Jolla, CA07-2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ08-2018
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Relationship Building
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Data Management
- Inclusion Strategies
- Team Collaboration
- Parent Communication
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Trained in CPI
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Emotional Support
- Skills Development
- Positive Role Model
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Clovis Unified School District
01.2021 - 09.2024
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Clovis Unified School District
08.2020 - 12.2021
Campus Monitor
Clovis Unified School District
08.2013 - 08.2018
Master of Arts - Special Education
National University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
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