Dedicated Special Education Teacher focused on building each student's strength and confidence, as well as giving students firm guidelines, regularity and dependability to foster their social and academic growth.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
FBISD
08.2022 - Current
Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Special Education Teacher
Thurgood Marshall High School
08.2015 - 06.2022
- Ensure appropriate accommodations to the curriculum, lessons and learning environment
- Design classroom activities and lessons with multiple levels so that all students both meet their IEP goals, At-Risk Individual Plan goals and can access the curriculum
- Provide direct support to students in a classroom by delivering instruction and ensuring learning through a variety of co - teaching strategies
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Special Education - BSC Teacher
Sharpstown High School
08.2010 - 05.2015
- Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district
- Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students
- Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook
- Serve as a member of a multidisciplinary team as appropriate
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Lifeskills Teacher 6th - 8th Grade
Woodson Middle School
08.2009 - 05.2010
- Present the subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations
- Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and use equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned
- Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s)
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Texas Southern University
Houston, TX
01.2002
Skills
Specific knowledge of subjects assigned
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Strong organizational, communications, and interpersonal skills
Certified Coach (Football & Track)
Excellent classroom management skills
Strong ability to keep deadlines
Creates positive behavior support
Accomplishments
- Served as a Mentor for At - Risk Youth
- Served as a High School Football And Track Coach