Experienced Special Education Teacher with a strong focus on relationship building, adaptive learning strategies, and effective communication. Committed to enhancing student engagement and progress through data-driven instruction and collaborative teamwork.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
St. James Parish School Board
Lutcher, LA
08.2015 - 09.2026
Developed individualized education plans tailored to diverse student needs.
Implemented adaptive learning strategies to enhance student engagement and participation.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess and address student progress.
Mentored junior staff on best practices in special education instruction.
Integrated assistive technology to support students' learning outcomes and independence.
Monitored and analyzed student performance data to drive instructional improvements.
Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
Organized field trips and community-based experiences that enriched students'' understanding of real-world applications for their skills.
Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
Integrated social skills training into curriculum, facilitating improved peer interactions and social integration.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA
12-2014
Skills
Data management
Augmentative communication
Trained in CPI
Teamwork
Student motivation
Parent engagement
Social skills training
Crisis prevention intervention
Effective communication
Scheduling management
Conflict resolution
Resource referrals
Augmentative communication methods
Accomplishments
Used Microsoft Excel to develop tracking spreadsheets.
Curriculum Implementation - Taught reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art and physical education to pupils utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education.
Organized monthly mailings for child developmental newsletters.
Worked one-on-one with neurodiversity student with autism.
Certification
Licensed Early Interventionist - December 2014 - Present
Early Childhood Ancillary Certificate - February 2024 - Present
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