Karen Blalock
Auburn,AL
Summary
PROFICIENT PROFESSIONAL OFFERING SEVERAL YEARS OF VOCATIONAL TEACHING EXPERIENCE. DEMONSTRATED RECORD OF TEACHING SUCCESS. COLLABORATIVE AND METHODICAL WITH STRONG CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS.
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Recent graduate with excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
2018
2018
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Education Teacher
Lee County School District
Opelika, AL
12.2014 - 05.2017
- Instructed students of various backgrounds and learning styles by employing variety of instructional resources.
- Instructed students on ideas and customs in English, conversational English and career planning, social adjustment, and practical life skills.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by providing stimulating activities that promoted creativity and problem-solving.
Special Education Teacher
Phenix city schools
Phenix City , Alabama
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Auburn University
Auburn, AL12-2016
Master of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Auburn University
Auburn, AL03-1997
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Auburn University
Auburn, AL05-1991
Skills
- IEP development
- Lesson planning
- Behavior management
- Student assessment
Certification
Class A Special Education
Class A Early childhood
Class B Early childhood
These are my certificates that expire for renewal in 2029
Timeline
General Education Teacher
Lee County School District
12.2014 - 05.2017
Special Education Teacher
Phenix city schools
Master of Science - Special Education
Auburn University
Master of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Auburn University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Auburn University