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John Crissman

Beverly Hills,MI

Summary

Experienced Education Teacher that has helped students in urban settings achieve their IEP goals. Utilizes different multi-sensory learning styles into daily lesson plans. Involved in teacher conferences to establish a presence in the community and build relationships with student's parents. Manages behavioral and needs within classroom utilizing social emotional learning. Advocates for his student's accomodations to be applied within their general education teachers classrooms. Knowledgeable of inclusive practices, legal requirements, and strategies to support students with diverse needs.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Resource Room Special Education Teacher

Webb Elementary
Hazel Park, MI
11.2023 - Current
  • Provided daily instruction to small groups of students, focusing on areas such as reading comprehension, math, writing, and study skills.
  • Collaborated with general education instructors to optimize student learning.
  • Developed interactive learning methods tailored to help students stay focused, and on be on task.
  • Fostered positive behavior through trusting relationships with students, and parents to increase engagement.

Special Education EI Teacher

Hazel Park High School
Hazel Park, MI
10.2021 - 08.2023
  • Implemented Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports for my students.
  • Utilized Paraprofessional to best meet the students schedule and needs.
  • Problem solved with general education teachers to provide solutions for students.
  • Developed relationships with families to get them involved with their student's IEP.
  • Implemented social-emotional learning to help students learning and well being.

Resource Room Special Education Teacher

Madison Carver Elementary School
Detroit, MI
08.2019 - 08.2021
  • Monitored student behavior in the classroom and developed positive behavioral management strategies when needed.
  • Maintained accurate records of student assessments, attendance, grades and other relevant data.
  • Adapted curriculum materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
  • Conducted regular meetings with parents or guardians to discuss their child's educational progress.
  • Created a safe learning environment that was conducive to meeting the educational needs of all students.

Skills

  • Develop lesson plans based on student's goals
  • Taught Inclusive Education in an Urban Environment
  • Experience writing, holding and coordinating IEP meetings with families and IEP team
  • Implemented modification and accommodations for students to succeed in general education classroom
  • Special Education Endorsements: Cognitive Impairment, Emotional Impairment, and Learning Disabilities
  • Member of Education Professional Associations
  • Ability to work collaboratively with parents, and peers; working in the best interest of students while adhering to state laws and school guidelines

Timeline

Resource Room Special Education Teacher

Webb Elementary
11.2023 - Current

Special Education EI Teacher

Hazel Park High School
10.2021 - 08.2023

Resource Room Special Education Teacher

Madison Carver Elementary School
08.2019 - 08.2021

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