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Latashia Wright

Eight Mile

Summary

Compassionate Special Education Teacher with proven background in enhancing learning experiences for children with diverse needs. Skilled in creating adaptive teaching methods tailored to individual student requirements, fostering an inclusive classroom environment. Strengths include effective communication, behavioral management techniques, and developing interactive educational materials. Improved academic performance and social integration for students through innovative approaches and collaborative efforts with parents and professionals.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education/ Transition Teacher

Baldwin County Public School System
Bay Minette
08.2014 - Current
  • Instructed students with disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorders/ Autism, Developmental Delayed, Other Heath Impairment, Sensory Processing Disorders, and Speech and Language Disorders.
  • Implemented and taught life and social skills.
  • Collaborated with special education students, enhancing skills across diverse achievement levels while serving as a full-time special education paraprofessional; demonstrated leadership and effective coordination with administrators, faculty, staff, and parents.
  • Provided focused, individualized support to students to enhance their learning experience.
  • Instructed students in academic areas of math and reading in resource room.
  • Collaborate with lead teachers identifying and implementing goals tailored to the student’s individual needs and abilities, and help with student observations.
  • Redirected unwanted behavior using positive reinforcement methods.
  • Sustained a focused and well-behaved classroom and addressed disciplinary issues.
  • Fostered strong partnerships with parents and teachers to ensure consistent support for student development.

1st grade Resource teacher

Baldwin County Public School System
Fairhope
08.2013 - 05.2014
  • Created individualized education plans addressing diverse student needs to support tailored learning experiences.
  • Provided direct instruction in small groups, focusing on enhancing academic and social skills development.
  • Conducted assessments to track student progress and inform instructional adjustments for improved learning outcomes.
  • Collaborated with teachers to enhance instructional strategies and classroom management.
  • Coordinated support services for students with disabilities and special needs.

Education

Master of Education - Special Education: Cross-Categorical K-12

GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY
Phoenix, AZ
05-2013

Bachelor of Science - Management of Human Resources

FAULKNER UNIVERSITY (Mobile Campus)
Montgomery, AL
12-2010

Skills

  • IEP management
  • Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Sensory Processing Disorders
  • Inclusion settings
  • Classroom management
  • Life skills instruction
  • Behavior management
  • De-escalation
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Group instruction
  • Problem solving
  • Collaborative problem-solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Parent communication

Key Contributions

  • Instructed students in academic areas of math and reading in resource room.
  • Instructed students with disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorders/ Autism, Developmental Delayed, Other Heath Impairment, Sensory Processing Disorders, and Speech and Language Disorders.
  • Implemented and taught life and social skills.
  • Redirected unwanted behavior using positive reinforcement methods.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to students while maintaining overall focus on the entire group.
  • Collaborate with lead teachers identifying and implementing goals tailored to the student’s individual needs and abilities, and help with student observations.
  • Helps to sustain a focused and well-behaved classroom and addressed disciplinary issues as they arise.
  • Maintain a close working relationship with parents and teachers.

Timeline

Special Education/ Transition Teacher

Baldwin County Public School System
08.2014 - Current

1st grade Resource teacher

Baldwin County Public School System
08.2013 - 05.2014

Master of Education - Special Education: Cross-Categorical K-12

GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Science - Management of Human Resources

FAULKNER UNIVERSITY (Mobile Campus)
Latashia Wright