CHERYL R. BURNETT
Fairburn
Summary
Dynamic and committed child advocate with a steadfast dedication to meeting the unique needs of identified and special education students. Recognized for versatility and adaptability in implementing hands-on lessons enriched with a diverse array of manipulatives and differentiated instruction methods to optimize student success. Proficient in addressing individual student requirements to foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment conducive to growth and development. Utilizes firm behavioral management strategies aligned with school and district protocols to maintain a positive classroom atmosphere. Adept in establishing strong rapport and communication with all stakeholders within the school community to ensure collaborative success in student achievement
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education, Interrelated Teacher
McLendon Elementary School
09.2011
- Direct instruction with special needs students in K –fifth grades resource and co-teaching settings
- Case Manager for students with special needs, maintained IEP files, and progress reports
- Develop and conduct IEP meetings
- Collect data for measuring student progress
- Weekly meetings with team members to discuss data, and planning
- Conferences with parents to provide feedback on students’ progress to maximize student learning
- Participate in ongoing staff training
- Tutor students for the Title 1, after- school, Saturday school and summer school programs.
Special Education, Interrelated Teacher
Chapel Hill Middle School
03.2010 - 09.2011
- Direct instruction with special needs students in the eighth- grade regular education, and resource settings
- Case Manager for students with special needs, maintained IEP files and progress reports
- Developed and conducted IEP meetings
- Collected data for measuring student progress
- Weekly meetings with team members to discuss data, and planning
- Conferences with parents to provide feedback on students’ progress and maximize student learning.
Special Education, Interrelated Teacher
Redan Middle School
08.2005 - 03.2010
- Direct instruction with special needs students in the sixth and eighth grade regular education, and resource settings
- Case Manager for students with special needs, maintained IEP files and progress reports
- Developed and conducted IEP meetings
- Collected data for measuring student progress
- Weekly meetings with team members to discuss data, and planning
- Conferences with parents to provide feedback on students’ progress.
Special Education, Interrelated Teacher
Nesbit Elementary School
08.2004 - 05.2005
- Direct instruction with special needs students in kindergarten and second grade in the regular education, and resource settings
- Case Manager for students with special needs, maintained IEP files and progress reports
- Developed and conducted IEP meetings
- Collected data for measuring student progress
- Weekly meetings with team members to discuss data, and planning
- Conferences with parents to provide feedback on students’ progress.
Special Education, Interrelated Teacher
Stone Mountain Middle School
08.2002 - 05.2004
- Direct instruction with special needs students in resource for eighth grade Language Arts and Social Studies
- Co-taught for sixth grade in Science and Mathematics
- Co-taught for seventh grade Science
- Case Manager for students with special needs, maintained IEP files and progress reports
- Developed and conducted IEP meetings
- Collected data for measuring student progress
- Weekly meetings with team members to discuss data, and planning
- Conferences with parents to provide feedback on students’ progress.
Special Education, Interrelated Teacher
Shamrock Middle School
08.2001 - 05.2002
- Direct instruction with special needs students in eighth grade resource- Language Arts
- Co-taught for Social Studies and Science
- Case Manager for students with special needs, maintained IEP files and progress reports
- Developed and conducted IEP meetings
- Collected data for measuring student progress
- Weekly meetings with team members to discuss data, and planning
- Conferences with parents to provide feedback on students’ progress.
Education
MASTER OF EDUCATION - SPECIAL EDUCATION, LEARNING DISABILITIES
Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University
Normal, Alabama01.2001
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - SECONDARY EDUCATION, SOCIAL SCIENCES
Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University
Normal, Alabama01.1999
Skills
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Knowledge of assessment tools
- Individualized instruction
- Cultural competence
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills
Timeline
Special Education, Interrelated Teacher
McLendon Elementary School
09.2011
Special Education, Interrelated Teacher
Chapel Hill Middle School
03.2010 - 09.2011
Special Education, Interrelated Teacher
Redan Middle School
08.2005 - 03.2010
Special Education, Interrelated Teacher
Nesbit Elementary School
08.2004 - 05.2005
Special Education, Interrelated Teacher
Stone Mountain Middle School
08.2002 - 05.2004
Special Education, Interrelated Teacher
Shamrock Middle School
08.2001 - 05.2002
MASTER OF EDUCATION - SPECIAL EDUCATION, LEARNING DISABILITIES
Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - SECONDARY EDUCATION, SOCIAL SCIENCES
Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University
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