Katherine Justice
Virginia Beach,Virginia
Summary
Creative educator with a strong background in differentiated instruction and classroom behavior management. Committed to designing individualized learning plans that meet diverse student needs, ensuring academic and social success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Norfolk Public Schools
Norfolk, VA
10.2017 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans aligning with student needs and educational standards.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance classroom environment and student engagement.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adjust instructional methods.
- Designed and delivered differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on best practices and classroom management techniques.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
Stay at Home Parent
N/A
Virginia Beach, VA
09.2005 - 10.2017
- Managed daily schedules and routines, fostering time management and organization skills.
- Developed educational activities to enhance children's learning and cognitive development.
- Coordinated with OT, Speech and ABA therapists to enhanced autistic children's education and development
Education
No Degree - Special Education
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA08-2024
Associate of Science - Science
Drury University
Springfield, MO12-2008
Master of Science - Special Education
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA12-2022
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement Administration
Ashford University
San Diego, CA04-2014
High School Diploma -
North Lenoir High School
LaGrange, NC05-2004
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans ieps
- Small group instruction
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
- Certified in Handle with Care
Certification
Registered Behavior Technition
Handle with Care certification
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Norfolk Public Schools
10.2017 - Current
Stay at Home Parent
N/A
09.2005 - 10.2017
No Degree - Special Education
George Mason University
Associate of Science - Science
Drury University
Master of Science - Special Education
Old Dominion University
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement Administration
Ashford University
High School Diploma -
North Lenoir High School