Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Hernando County School District
01.1998 - 01.2010
Provided individualized instruction and support with disabilities in a variety of settings.
Worked with students with Behavior Difficulties in self-contained classroom and counseled students from 5 years to 15 years of age.
I worked with students in small groups where students had modified curriculum content and assessments to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
Served as a Case Manager for students with disabilities.
Wrote quality IEPS and accommodations and the needs of the ESE students.
Assessed students to determine which skills they need to master behaviorally.
Developed lesson plans to include differentiated and individual instruction for the needs of students.
Managed classroom discipline.
I have worked in a number of ESE settings such as a resource room with varying exceptionalities, including EBD.
Created a safe supportive environment in the classroom.
Worked with students, families and members of the community.
Worked with stakeholders including parents, families and members of the community.
Created individual instruction for students in different grades and instructions levels.
Education
Master's Degree -
American Public University
01.2009
Master's Degree - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Phoenix
01.2005
Skills
Patience
Critical thinking and problem solving
Knowledge of ESE Laws
Communication Skills
Flexibility
Empathy
Effective time management
Supportive of parents, other teachers and students
Classroom management
Lesson planning
Motivating students
Accomplishments
PBIS – Coach Positive Behavior Supports in two Hernando schools. Created a safe supportive environment in the classroom.
Worked with students, families and members of the community.
Worked with stakeholders including parents, families and members of the community
Created individual instruction for students in different grades and instructions levels.
Created Mentor program for attendance and academics.
Education
Florida course work to meet criteria for Certification for Exceptional Student Education. 1998 - 2002
National Board Certification for Exceptional students 2008