Heather Rea
Vilonia,AR
Summary
To lead a program of active and involved stakeholders committed to academic improvement and equity for all students. Accomplished Special Education Teacher, successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd Grade Teacher
Amboy Elementary
08.2023 - Current
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
Special Education Teacher
Bayou Meto Elementary
08.2020 - 03.2021
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Increased parent involvement through the organization of workshops, conferences, and informational sessions on topics relevant to special education services.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
3rd – 5th Grade Special Education Teacher
Sheridan Intermediate School
06.2015 - Current
- Self-Contained Class
- Special Olympics Committee Member
- Grant County Reading Association Member
- Facilitate conferences between parents and school personnel
- Coordinates the interactions of support professionals, school psychologists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech/language pathologists, autism consultants, orthopedic, visual, hearing and special education service providers
- Customized curriculum for students with disabilities, Special Education Requirements and measured progress against Individual Education Plans
- Established thorough working knowledge and practical understanding of various academic assessment tools.
Kindergarten – Second Grade Special Education Teacher
Stephens Elementary School
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Community Based Instruction
- Anti-Bullying Committee Member
- Facilitate conferences between parents and school personnel
- Coordinates the interactions of support professionals, school psychologists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech/language pathologists, autism consultants, orthopedic, visual, hearing and special education service providers
- Customized curriculum for students with disabilities, Special Education Requirements and measured progress against Individual Education Plans
- Established thorough working knowledge and practical understanding of various academic assessment tools.
Kindergarten – Second Grade Special Education Teacher
Baseline Elementary School
08.2010 - 06.2014
- Community Based Instruction
- Science Fair Committee Member
- Bully Proofing Your School Trainer
- Anti-Bullying Committee Member
- Facilitate conferences between parents and school personnel
- Coordinates the interactions of support professionals, school psychologists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech/language pathologists, autism consultants, orthopedic, visual, hearing and special education service providers
- Customized curriculum for students with Learning Disabilities, Special Education Requirements and measured progress against Individual Education Plans
- Established thorough working knowledge and practical understanding of various academic assessment tools.
Special Education Teacher
Arkansas Virtual Academy
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Coordinates the interactions of support professionals, school psychologists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech/language pathologists, autism consultants, orthopedic, visual, hearing, and special education service providers
- Customized curriculum for students with disabilities, Special Education Requirements, and measured progress against Individual Education Plans Established thorough working knowledge and practical understanding of various academic assessment tools
- Reviewed IEP with student's parents, school administrators and student's general education teachers.
- Utilized technology to supplement instruction and enhance student learning.
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Education
Ed.S Special Education Administration - Special Education Administration
Arkansas State University
State University, AR12.2017
Master of Science - Special Education P-4
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR12.2015
English Second Language -
Henderson State University
Arkadelphia, AR07.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood & Special Education
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR12.2009
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Summer School Instruction
- Multitasking and Organization
- Special Education
- Activity Planning
- Patience and Persistence
Certification
- Arkansas, English as a Second Language P-12
- Arkansas, Early Childhood Education P-4
- Arkansas, Early Childhood Special Education P-4
Enrichments
- Behavior as Communication: 07/31/2015
- Picture Exchange System Level 1: 10/02/14-10/03/14
- Bully Proofing Your School: Training the Trainer – 2/26-2/27/2013
- Autism Spectrum Disorder: Learn the Signs – 11/08/2012
- TEACCH/SLATE – 7/27/2010-7/29/2010
- Discrete Trial/PRT Training – 7/01/2010
References
- Debbie Jones, Director of Special Education, 510 W. Church St., Sheridan, AR, 72150, 870-540-6132, debbiejones@sheridanschools.org
- Annette Neely, 708 Ridge Drive, Sheridan, AR, 72150, 870-942-7488, annetteneely@sheridanschools.org
- Sophia Williams, Division of Special Programs, 810 West Markham St., Little Rock, AR, 72201, 501-447-1041, sophia.williams@lrsd.org
Timeline
2nd Grade Teacher
Amboy Elementary
08.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Arkansas Virtual Academy
08.2021 - 05.2023
Special Education Teacher
Bayou Meto Elementary
08.2020 - 03.2021
3rd – 5th Grade Special Education Teacher
Sheridan Intermediate School
06.2015 - Current
Kindergarten – Second Grade Special Education Teacher
Stephens Elementary School
08.2014 - 06.2015
Kindergarten – Second Grade Special Education Teacher
Baseline Elementary School
08.2010 - 06.2014
Ed.S Special Education Administration - Special Education Administration
Arkansas State University
Master of Science - Special Education P-4
Arkansas State University
English Second Language -
Henderson State University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood & Special Education
University of Central Arkansas
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