HEATHER SUEY
Denver,CO
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher, Moderate Needs
Cherry Creek Schools
10.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support plans for students with moderate special needs.
- Enhanced student learning by implementing individualized education plans tailored to each student''s needs.
- Implemented data-driven instructional methods to track student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
- Provided specialized instruction in reading, writing, math, and social skills for students with moderate disabilities.
PRE-K TEACHER
FIRST UNITED METHODIST
10.2019 - 07.2024
- Maintained NAEYC regulations for preschool certification
- Taught the 4 and 5 year old bridge class transitioning to kindergarten
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
TEACHER
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
08.1997 - 07.2019
- Taught special education, fourth grade and substituted for grades Pre-K through 6
- Have experience writing and implementing IEP goals/objectives and developing and managing behavior plans
- Collaborated with other teachers and team members
- Student achievement was used to drive lesson planning
- Student progress was frequently communicated to parents
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Psychology, Women's Studies
NEBRASKA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY
05.1993
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Elementary Education, Special Education
NEBRASKA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY
05.1996
Skills
- Patient
- Tolerant
- Teamwork
- Avid reader
- Lifelong learning
- Crisis intervention training
Timeline
Special Education Teacher, Moderate Needs
Cherry Creek Schools
10.2024 - Current
PRE-K TEACHER
FIRST UNITED METHODIST
10.2019 - 07.2024
TEACHER
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
08.1997 - 07.2019
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Elementary Education, Special Education
NEBRASKA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Psychology, Women's Studies
NEBRASKA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY
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