KAREN R. EURE
Port Saint Lucie,FL
Summary
Licensed educator in Florida with over 25 years of experience in special education across elementary, middle, and high school levels. Proven ability to differentiate instruction and manage classroom behavior effectively, ensuring compliance with state and district policies. Experienced in leading IEP and 504 meetings to facilitate appropriate student placements and academic success. Strong organizational and communication skills, complemented by technical proficiency and exceptional time management capabilities.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
TCH Supplemental Academic Instruction
Pahokee Elementary School
West Palm Beach, FL
08.2024 - Current
- Interpreted assessment data to determine best intervention methods for students.
- Provided small group instruction utilizing a variety of strategies such as phonemic awareness activities, fluency drills, and comprehension exercises.
Tch ESE VE
Pahokee Elementary School
West Palm Beach, FL
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
- Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
Tch ESE VE
Turning Points Academy
West Palm Beach, FL
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
Tch ESE VE
Pahokee Elementary School
West Palm Beach, FL
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
Tch Middle Reading
Jeaga Middle School
West Palm Beach, FL
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Utilized a variety of instructional strategies such as guided reading, phonics instruction, and literature circles to teach literacy concepts.
- Analyzed and reported on each student's progress in reading in accordance with school district's policies.
- Maintained up-to-date records of student attendance, grades, and assessments.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
TCH ESE VE
Goldcoast School of Choice
West Palm Beach, FL
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Monitored progress of identified students by collecting data on an ongoing basis and using it to inform instruction decisions.
- Communicated positively with students through engaging conversations.
- Analyzed and reported on each student's progress in reading in accordance with school district's policies.
- Instructed English Language Learners in reading strategies tailored specifically for second language learners.
- Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
SUPPORT FACILITATION/INCLUSION TEACHER
CONNISTON MIDDLE IB WORLD SCHOOL
West Palm Beach, FL
08.2014 - 05.2017
- Created an inclusive classroom climate through proactive activities designed to promote acceptance and respect among peers.
- Collaborated with general education teachers, counselors, administrators and parents to develop Individual Education Plans.
- Developed lesson plans that included a variety of instructional strategies to engage all learners.
ESE LEARNING STRATEGIES TEACHER/INTENSIVE READING
CONNISTON MIDDLE IB WORLD SCHOOL
08.2011 - 01.2014
- I taught Intensive Reading using the WICOR (Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization and Reading) strategies and methodologies and manage a caseload of 30 students with disabilities.
ESE COORDINATOR
CONNISTON MIDDLE IB WORLD SCHOOL
08.2008 - 01.2011
- Headed the ESE department and complied with State and District policies.
- Collaborated with administration, leadership team, teachers, parents and district personnel to promote students’ academic gains and success.
ESE INTEGRATED/VARYING EXCEPTIONALITIES TEACHER
CONNISTON MIDDLE IB SCHOOL
08.2004 - 01.2008
- Instructed multiple grade levels of at risk/ low performing students in accordance with state benchmarks and the Individualized Education Plan.
Education
MASTER IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP -
OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
Columbus, OH12.1991
BACHELOR DEGREE - Special Education
VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY
05.1987
International Baccalaureate (IB) -
District of Palm Beach County
Palm Beach, FL04.2025
Advancement via Individual Determination (AVID) - Reading
Palm Beach, FL06.2014
Advancement via Individual Determination (AVID) - Language Arts
Orlando, FL07.2013
Creating Independence Through Student-owned Strategies (CRISS) -
School District of Palm Beach County
Palm Beach, FL06.2013
Marzano -
District of Palm Beach County
Palm Beach, FL08.2010
Skills
- Assessment data analysis
- Individualized education plans
- Behavior management
- Instructional strategies
- Progress monitoring
- Special education compliance
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
TCH Supplemental Academic Instruction
Pahokee Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
Tch ESE VE
Pahokee Elementary School
08.2022 - 05.2024
Tch ESE VE
Turning Points Academy
08.2021 - 12.2022
Tch ESE VE
Pahokee Elementary School
08.2019 - 05.2021
Tch Middle Reading
Jeaga Middle School
08.2018 - 05.2019
TCH ESE VE
Goldcoast School of Choice
08.2017 - 05.2018
SUPPORT FACILITATION/INCLUSION TEACHER
CONNISTON MIDDLE IB WORLD SCHOOL
08.2014 - 05.2017
ESE LEARNING STRATEGIES TEACHER/INTENSIVE READING
CONNISTON MIDDLE IB WORLD SCHOOL
08.2011 - 01.2014
ESE COORDINATOR
CONNISTON MIDDLE IB WORLD SCHOOL
08.2008 - 01.2011
ESE INTEGRATED/VARYING EXCEPTIONALITIES TEACHER
CONNISTON MIDDLE IB SCHOOL
08.2004 - 01.2008
MASTER IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP -
OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
BACHELOR DEGREE - Special Education
VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY
International Baccalaureate (IB) -
District of Palm Beach County
Advancement via Individual Determination (AVID) - Reading
Advancement via Individual Determination (AVID) - Language Arts
Creating Independence Through Student-owned Strategies (CRISS) -
School District of Palm Beach County
Marzano -
District of Palm Beach County