Dedicated Special Education Teacher with expertise in differentiated instruction and individualized education programs. Committed to fostering student growth and engagement through tailored teaching strategies.
Work History
Special Education Teacher
2 Years 2 Months
Greenville County Schools | 08.2024 - Current
Developed individualized education programs (IEPs) tailored to student needs and learning goals.
Implemented adaptive learning strategies to enhance student engagement and comprehension.
Utilized assistive technology tools to support diverse learners in achieving academic success.
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.
Special Education Coordinator
6 Years 11 Months
LEAD Academy | 07.2017 - 06.2024
Coordinated training sessions for staff on special education best practices.
Implemented data-driven strategies to enhance student performance and engagement.
Monitored compliance with state and federal regulations in special education programs.
Coordinated with outside state agencies to acquire services for special needs children.
Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs.
Coordinated the delivery of specialized services such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, and counseling for eligible students.
Special Education Teacher
15 Years 5 Months
Greenville County Schools | 01.2002 - 06.2017
Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education-Learning Disabilities
South Carolina State University | Orangeburg, SC | 12-2001
Master of Arts - Teacher Leadership
Walden University | Minneapolis, MN | 12-2010
Master of Science - Divergent Learning
Columbia College | Columbia, SC | 05-2005
Skills
Individual education plans
Differentiated instruction
Instructional strategies
Classroom management
Assistive technology
Small group instruction
Life skills instruction
Trained in CPI
Relationship building
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Greenville County Schools
08.2024 - CurrentRead More
Special Education Coordinator
LEAD Academy
07.2017 - 06.2024Read More
Special Education Teacher
Greenville County Schools
01.2002 - 06.2017Read More
Walden University
Master of Arts from Teacher Leadership
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South Carolina State University
Bachelor of Science from Special Education-Learning Disabilities