Janet Lea Burns
Shawnee,OK
Summary
As a special education teacher, I focus on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. During PLC meetings, I help facilitate academic discussions, behavior strategies, and hands-on leadership that focus on student success.
Using my academic experience as a special education teacher, I am dedicated to strengthening student knowledge, skills and judgment using innovative tools and responsive learning strategies. I am able to actively evaluate student engagement and progress to evolve lesson plans and boost classroom productivity.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English Language Teacher
Mairena de Aljarafe High School
Mairena, Spain
06.2015 - 07.2015
- Planned and implemented lessons to positively increase vocabulary and sentence structure skills.
- Established positive classroom management boundaries to create safe, known environment for behavior among students.
- Developed teaching materials to supplement standard curriculum, enhancing learning concepts and promoting student engagement.
- Successfully improved Spanish-speaking students' English grammar and vocabulary levels through written and interactive activities.
- Built relationships with students to understand obstacles to learning such as difficult home situations, illness or social hurdles.
- Created hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, grammar, composition and literature, working with teachers in other subjects to integrate skills across curriculum
English Language Teacher
Bormujos
Seville, Spain
06.2015 - 07.2015
- Planned and implemented lessons to positively increase vocabulary and sentence structure skills.
- Established positive classroom management boundaries to create safe, known environment for behavior among students.
- Developed teaching materials to supplement standard curriculum, enhancing learning concepts and promoting student engagement.
- Evaluated student progress to offer recommendations for further development.
- Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, grammar, composition and literature, working with teachers in other subjects to integrate skills across curriculum
Aliados En Idiomas Language Instructor
Volunteer Work
Shawnee, OK
06.2013 - 07.2013
- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Employed diverse teaching approaches to help students of all abilities understand material.
- Immersed students in unfamiliar cultures by devising hands-on activities.
- Organized detailed list of resources to help students go beyond classroom environments and delve into topics of interest.
- Talked with students in need of extra attention and made plans to assist with concerns.
- Inspired academic success based on belief that all students can achieve excellence, regardless of background.
- Utilized curriculum which reflected diverse educational, cultural and linguistic background of student body.
Superintendent Advisory Committee
COMMITTEE AT MCLOUD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
McLoud, OK
08.2021 - Current
- Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
- Represented educational program at meetings and conferences to serve as subject matter liaison for array of services and activities assigned.
Special Education Teacher
McLoud Intermediate Public School
McLoud, OK
07.2020 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Organized instruction material, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
- Instructed students in core academic areas and specialized reading groups.
- Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior.
- Communicated nonverbally with children to provide comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement.
Chair
Hospitality Committee
Shawnee, OK
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Maintained impartiality and objectivity during meetings and decision-making.
- Planned recruitment and renewals of designated committees.
- Planned and oversaw meetings in accordance with governing documents.
- Participated in appointment and final appeal grievance panels when designated by rules of order.
- Chaired shareholder meetings, disseminating information and fielded questions.
- Facilitated decision making by building consensus and developing solutions.
Special Education Teacher
Jefferson Elementary
Shawnee, OK
01.2018 - 05.2020
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Organized instruction material, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
- Instructed students in core academic areas and specialized reading groups.
- Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior.
- Communicated nonverbally with children to provide comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement.
- Created learning and content strategies to meet needs of mentally and physically disabled students.
Team Leader
COMMITTEES AT JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY
Shawnee, OK
01.2018 - 05.2020
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Assisted Principal with new hire processing and existing training programs.
Reading Literacy Committee
Shawnee Public Schools
Shawnee, OK
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Reviewed course materials and student progress to identify strengths and weaknesses for future improvements.
- Employed variety of assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
Health and Safety Representative
Shawnee Public Schools
Shawnee, OK
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Created safe work environment by complying with safety, health and security requirements.
- Conducted incident investigations, participated in audits and collected data and information to maximize workplace safety.
- Mentored and supported staff in identifying and implementing procedures and practices to protect safety and security of workers.
- Supported interaction with local emergency response agencies and responders to coordinate work site security requirements.
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
- Recommended measures to help protect workers from potentially hazardous work methods, processes and materials.
- Developed recommendations to reduce hazards by improving gear, behaviors and procedures.
Guiding Coalition Committee
Shawnee Public Schools
Shawnee, OK
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Collaborated with principal to develop meeting agendas and facilitate meetings and activities.
- Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to principal.
Special Education Resource teacher
Tinker Elementary
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2015 - 05.2018
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Taught students in self-contained and resource environments.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Instructed students in core academic areas and specialized reading groups.
- Organized instruction material, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
- Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior.
Professor of Spanish
Oklahoma Baptist University
Shawnee, OK
09.2010 - 05.2015
- Courses taught: SPAN 1313 Beginning Spanish 1
- Facilitated positive learning environment by using enthusiastic and energetic instructional strategies and consistent classroom management.
- Created and executed various daily assignments to prepare 120 students for final exam.
- Used Excel to monitor and record student progress.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to students, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Second Language Instructor
Immanuel Baptist University-Volunteer
Shawnee, OK
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies.
- Assisted department head in establishing daily schedules, curriculum and ESL activities.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.
- Worked with average of 5 students per class.
- Encouraged students to deepen knowledge with additional learning opportunities.
Education
No Degree - Spanish
Spanish Immersion School
Costa Rica07.2011
Oklahoma Principal Certification - Education
East Central University
Ada, OK2021
Master of Arts - Special Education
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Weatherford, OK12.2019
Master of Arts - Instructional Leadership And Academic Instruction
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK05.2015
Liberal Studies - English Language Acquisition
University of Oklahoma
Norman05.2013
Master of Arts - Latin American Studies
University of Oklahoma
2010
Bachelor of Arts - Cross-Cultural Ministry, Spanish
Oklahoma Baptist University
Shawnee05.2007
Skills
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Textbook Selection
- Instructional Strategies
- Course Material Evaluation
- Detailed Instruction
- Academic Advice
- Curricula Planning
- Instructional Techniques
- Differentiated Instruction
- IEP Goals
- District Standards
- Behavior Modeling
- Classroom Practices
- Problem Identification and Resolution
- Educational Needs Assessment
- Academic Standards
- Test and Assignment Evaluation
- Educational Settings
- Educational Programs Evaluation
- Instructional Support
- Instruction Comprehension
Certification
SPAN 2313 Intermediate Spanish 1
SPAN 2323 Intermediate Spanish 2
Intensive English Program, visiting instructor 2012
Oklahoma Baptist University-Administrative Assistant 2000-2010
First Grade Teacher 1991-2000
Liberty Academy, Shawnee, OK
Affiliations
American Council of Teaching Foreign Languages (ACTL) 2014
Oklahoma Foreign Language Teachers Association (OFLTA) 2014
Alpha Mu Gamma (AMG) 2011-2014
Oklahoma Association for Bilingual Education 2014
Kappa Delta Pi 2014
Additional Information
- AWARDS AND HONORS , Senior Achievement Award in Missions, 2007 Special Honor Roll for Part-Time Students, 2000, 2003, 2004, 2006 President’s Honor Roll, 2007 Honor Society, 2003
Timeline
Superintendent Advisory Committee
COMMITTEE AT MCLOUD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
08.2021 - Current
Special Education Teacher
McLoud Intermediate Public School
07.2020 - Current
Chair
Hospitality Committee
08.2019 - 05.2020
Reading Literacy Committee
Shawnee Public Schools
08.2018 - 05.2020
Health and Safety Representative
Shawnee Public Schools
08.2018 - 05.2019
Guiding Coalition Committee
Shawnee Public Schools
08.2018 - 05.2019
Special Education Teacher
Jefferson Elementary
01.2018 - 05.2020
Team Leader
COMMITTEES AT JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY
01.2018 - 05.2020
Special Education Resource teacher
Tinker Elementary
08.2015 - 05.2018
English Language Teacher
Mairena de Aljarafe High School
06.2015 - 07.2015
English Language Teacher
Bormujos
06.2015 - 07.2015
Aliados En Idiomas Language Instructor
Volunteer Work
06.2013 - 07.2013
Professor of Spanish
Oklahoma Baptist University
09.2010 - 05.2015
Second Language Instructor
Immanuel Baptist University-Volunteer
01.2003 - 01.2005
No Degree - Spanish
Spanish Immersion School
Oklahoma Principal Certification - Education
East Central University
Master of Arts - Special Education
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Master of Arts - Instructional Leadership And Academic Instruction
University of Oklahoma
Liberal Studies - English Language Acquisition
University of Oklahoma
Master of Arts - Latin American Studies
University of Oklahoma
Bachelor of Arts - Cross-Cultural Ministry, Spanish
Oklahoma Baptist University
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