Seeking community position with a growth oriented organization. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational and language skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education English Teacher
Beebe School District
08.2023 - Current
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
Special Education English Teacher and Coordinator
LISA Academy
08.2017 - 05.2023
Develop lesson plans, curriculum development, professional development, development and implementation of Individual Education Plans as set by Special Education IDEA law
Train and develop new teachers on Special Education IDEA law, lesson plans, keeping documentation, and communicating with parents.
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
English Teacher
Cabot Public Schools
08.2016 - 06.2017
Taught students to better their reading fluency and comprehension, phonics, grammar, and other literature related skills
Consult with other teachers and leaders on lesson plans, curriculum development and classroom management to help each child with their own individual needs
Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
Special Education English Teacher
Pulaski County Special School District
08.2015 - 05.2016
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
High School English Teacher
Volusia County Schools
01.2013 - 06.2015
Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR
05.2019
Bachelor of Science - English Language Arts Education
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
12.2012
Skills
Lesson Preparation
Student Achievement
Instructional Techniques and Strategies
Records Management
Scheduling Proficiency
Team Collaboration
Facilitating Coordination
Strong English Language and Grammar Skills
Strong Organizational Skills
Timeline
Special Education English Teacher
Beebe School District
08.2023 - Current
Special Education English Teacher and Coordinator
LISA Academy
08.2017 - 05.2023
English Teacher
Cabot Public Schools
08.2016 - 06.2017
Special Education English Teacher
Pulaski County Special School District
08.2015 - 05.2016
High School English Teacher
Volusia County Schools
01.2013 - 06.2015
Master of Science - Special Education
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Science - English Language Arts Education