Joyce Sager

• Increased student understanding by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques and incorporating diverse learning materials.
• Strengthened relationships with parents, students, and colleagues by maintaining open communication channels
• Implemented effective behavior management plans, resulting in fewer disruptions and increased focus on learning tasks.
• Supported struggling students with targeted interventions, leading to higher levels of academic achievement.
• Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
• Collaborated with general education teachers to develop instructional strategies.
• Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
• Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.

Gadsden City High School: Inclusion Math 9-12

Litchfield Middle School: Inclusion Teacher- 8th Gr.

• Developed transition plans for secondary school special education students, paving the way for their success in post-secondary settings or employment opportunities.
• Provided ongoing feedback and guidance to general education teachers on accommodating diverse learners in their classrooms, ensuring inclusive practices.
• Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
• Created and managed IEPs to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
• Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
• Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
• Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.

• Company Overview: Professional Learning Resources
• Identified areas for potential improvements within reviewed materials

Erwin High School: Inclusion Science and History Teacher

• Supported staff recruitment initiatives for high-quality program delivery.
• Liaised between faculty, school and residential staff, social workers and campus director to coordinate educational program delivery.
• Negotiated with vendors for educational tools and materials, ensuring cost-effective resource acquisition.
• Mentored new educators through ongoing guidance to promote their professional growth within the organization.
• Provided ongoing support for educators through regular check-ins, feedback sessions, and professional development opportunities tailored to their unique needs.
• Created a welcoming atmosphere for all stakeholders involved in the education process through open lines of communication and transparent decisionmaking.
• Wrote successful grants to secure funding for new initiatives
• Represented educational program at meetings and conferences to serve as special education liaison
• Monitored overhead, prepared school budget and directed spending and resources to support fiscal efficiency.
• Conducted professional development workshops for staff on best practices in special education, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness.
• Coached and observed teachers to improve teaching techniques.

• Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
• Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
• Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
• Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
• Improved reading comprehension among students with learning disabilities by designing and delivering targeted literacy activities.
• Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
• Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.