JoAnn Amburn
Madison,VA
Summary
Hard-working special educator with experience in teaching both early childhood and middle school in Madison County Virginia. Skilled in individualized education plans, behavior management, visual prompting to facilitate communication and improve behavior, and a passion for helping my students progress. Known for achieving results and adapting teaching strategies to support diverse learner needs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Madison County Public Schools
08.2007 - Current
- Administered the Battelle Developmental Inventory, 3rd Edition, to children between the ages of 2.5 and 5-years-old as part of the eligibility determination.
- Wrote assessment reports and presented reports during eligibility meetings then used the results of the assessment to write individualized goals for each student found eligible.
- Monitored progress on each goal and completed progress reports in a timely manner.
- Coordinated with related service providers for students requiring additional interventions or therapies.
- Established and maintained good relationships and communication with parents of my students, my supervisors and co-workers.
- Designed and created individualized materials for students.
- Planned and led hands-on activities and lessons with my students using a multisensory approach.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Served as special education department chair person and a member of the school improvement team.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VASkills
- Individualized education plans
- Collaborative teamwork
- Inclusive teaching practices
- Creativity and innovation
- Integration of visual support strategies
- Special needs assessment
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Creativity
- Dedication
Certification
TEACCH trained (2018)
Orton Gillingham trained (2021)
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Madison County Public Schools
08.2007 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
James Madison University
Similar Profiles
Sage BraySage Bray
High School Latin and Mythology Teacher at Madison County Public SchoolsHigh School Latin and Mythology Teacher at Madison County Public Schools
Jeremiah AdamsJeremiah Adams
Summer Tech Intern at Madison County Public SchoolsSummer Tech Intern at Madison County Public Schools
Jason SpaldingJason Spalding
Bus Driver at Madison County Public SchoolsBus Driver at Madison County Public Schools
Amber DeanAmber Dean
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant at Blue Ridge Cardiovascular AssociatesCertified Clinical Medical Assistant at Blue Ridge Cardiovascular Associates
Isiah SmithIsiah Smith
Rehabilitation Technician at Advance Pain Management Of VirginiaRehabilitation Technician at Advance Pain Management Of Virginia