Jeannie Noel
Vilonia,AR
Summary
Special Education Teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Extensive experience creating learning environments for students with diverse learning abilities.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Vilonia School District
08.2008 - Current
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual disabilities.
- Created IEPs by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to determine student learning objectives to encourage student growth and promote independence.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication and increased parental involvement in their child''s education.
- Organized extracurricular activities for students, fostering teamwork and social skills while broadening interests outside the traditional curriculum (Special Olympics, Unified Eagles Club, and other activities).
- Increased parent involvement through the organization of workshops, conferences, and informational sessions on topics relevant to special education services.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing ongoing support, studen progress monitoring, and IEP preparation.
- Taught grades 5-9 for 6 years, grade 7-8 for 8 years, and 7-12 for 2 years in self-contained classrooms.
- Administered DLM assessments to students.
Special Education Teacher
Lonoke School District
08.2003 - 05.2008
- Taught students grades 5-12 in a self contained classroom.
- Started Special Olympics program in the district.
Special Education Teacher
AEDD
06.2002 - 08.2003
- Engaged students with specialized play and educational activities to boost learning.
- Developed and taught engaging and developmentally appropriate lesson plans to differentiate needs for learners.
- Redirected poor behavior using positive reinforcement method, resulting in decrease in tantrums in classroom.
- Coordinated with related service providers to ensure seamless delivery of supports for students requiring additional interventions or therapies.
- Led professional development workshops for paraprofessionals, sharing best practices and innovative teaching strategies in early childhood special education.
Special Education Teacher
Arkansas Pediatric Facility
08.1998 - 05.2002
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive education plans tailored to each student''s unique needs.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
Special Education Teacher
Clarendon Public Schools
08.1997 - 05.1998
- Conducted comprehensive assessments, analyzed data, and monitored progress to inform instructional decisions and guide interventions.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
Education
Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR08.2000
Bachelor of Science - Special Education Mildly Handicapped K-12
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR05.1997
Skills
- Classroom Management
- IEP development
- Life Skills Instruction
- Visual supports
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication devices
- Special Olympics
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Vilonia School District
08.2008 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Lonoke School District
08.2003 - 05.2008
Special Education Teacher
AEDD
06.2002 - 08.2003
Special Education Teacher
Arkansas Pediatric Facility
08.1998 - 05.2002
Special Education Teacher
Clarendon Public Schools
08.1997 - 05.1998
Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
University of Central Arkansas
Bachelor of Science - Special Education Mildly Handicapped K-12
University of Central Arkansas
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