Karla Mosson
Jackson
Summary
Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Tutor
Northwest Community Schools K-2
04.2024 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of tutoring sessions, tracking attendance, goals achieved, and areas requiring continued focus.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a supportive learning environment that empowered them to succeed.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
Special Education Teacher
Northwest Community Schools, Kidder Middle School
08.1998 - 03.2023
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
Special Education Teacher
Allegan County Intermediate School District
08.1997 - 07.1998
- Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe cognitive impairments.
- Planned community trips that were linked to IEP goals and objectives.
- Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Grand Valley State University
Skills
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training
- Experience with Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports
- Special Education
- Competent in Smart Board Technology
- Paraprofessional Oversight
- Social and Academic Development
Timeline
Reading Tutor
Northwest Community Schools K-2
04.2024 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Northwest Community Schools, Kidder Middle School
08.1998 - 03.2023
Special Education Teacher
Allegan County Intermediate School District
08.1997 - 07.1998
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Grand Valley State University
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