Jamie LaDuke
Special Education Teacher
TOPEKA,KS
Summary
Dynamic Elementary Special Education Teacher from USD 345, adept in IEP development and fostering collaborative teamwork. Achieved marked student improvement through differentiated instruction and proactive progress monitoring. Excelled in creating positive, achievement-oriented classroom environments, significantly enhancing student participation and social skills. Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Special Education Teacher
USD 345
08.2005 - Current
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Monitored student progress closely, intervening proactively when necessary to ensure steady growth and achievement of learning goals.
- Assessed student performance regularly using various evaluation tools, adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
- Provided one-on-one support for students struggling in specific areas, resulting in marked improvement in their understanding of the subject matter.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles within the classroom setting.
- Boosted student confidence and participation through positive reinforcement and tailored instruction methods.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, fostering a comprehensive learning experience.
- Cultivated a positive classroom environment that fostered an atmosphere of mutual respect, trust, and open communication between teacher and students.
- Supported the development of social skills among students by promoting group activities and cooperative learning opportunities.
- 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.
Education
Master of Education - Special Education
Washburn University of Topeka
Topeka, KS05.2010
Skills
- IEP development
- Progress Monitoring
- Classroom Organization
- Assessment Strategies
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Differentiated Instruction
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Small Group Instruction
- Trained in CPI
- Behavior Modification
- Lesson Planning
Accomplishments
Selected as Teacher of the Year three times
Served on Building Leadership Team
Serving on Negation team
Served as Secretary of PTO
Served as Treasurer of PTO
Member of KNEA
Building representative for Seaman Education Association
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceHealthcare benefitsTimeline
Elementary Special Education Teacher
USD 345
08.2005 - Current
Master of Education - Special Education
Washburn University of Topeka
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