Hi, I’m
LAURA PAYNE
Goreville
Summary
Experienced with developing and implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs. Utilizes effective behavior management techniques to create positive and inclusive classroom environment. Track record of collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support student success and development.
Overview
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Menta Academy
Special Education Teacher
08.2024 - Current
Job overview
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Conducted assessments to identify students' strengths and areas for improvement, informing instructional strategies.
- Utilized data from student assessments to tailor instruction, resulting in more effective learning outcomes.
- Implemented individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs, ensuring personalized support.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet varied needs of students, enhancing educational accessibility.
- Fostered positive learning environment, reducing classroom disruptions through effective behavior management strategies.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
Goreville
Special Education Teacher
08.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Designed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behaviors
- Provided academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support for students in need
- Reviewed IEP with student's parents, school administrators and student's general education teachers
- Utilized technology to supplement instruction and enhance student learning
- Utilized a variety of teaching strategies to support the learning of diverse learners
- Maintained records on each student's progress throughout the school year
- Implemented positive behavior management techniques to foster an effective learning environment
- Participated in regular meetings with administrators, teachers, and parents to discuss student progress and interventions
- Adapted curriculum content as needed based on individual student abilities
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop appropriate interventions and accommodations
- Promoted positive learning environment to engage students and encourage lesson participation
- Maintained open communication with parents regarding their child's educational progress
- Implemented instructional activities to keep students actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences
- Demonstrated knowledge of IEPs, 504 Plans, RTI Processes, Functional Behavioral Assessments
- Participated in team meetings to discuss student progress and plan future goals
- Established and maintained cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and schools
Vienna Grade School
Special Education Teacher
08.2019 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Utilized technology to supplement instruction and enhance student learning
- Provided academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support for students in need
- Designed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behaviors
- Worked with coworkers to complete tasks
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems
- Committed to delivering excellent customer service while working in a fast-paced environment
- 504 Coordinator
- IEP implementation and management
- English/Math content 6/7/8th grade students
- Organized meetings with parents
- Collaboration with teachers in building
- Implemented RAMS problem solving worksheets to check for student struggles in regular education classroom
Reading Across America
Reading Volunteer
08.2004 - 12.2006
Job overview
- Encouraged students' creativity by integrating art projects into lessons related to literature topics
- Provided a safe space where children felt comfortable discussing difficult topics from books they had read together
Education
Grand Canyon UniversityPhoenix, AZ
Masters in Educational Administration from Principal/Special Education Coordinator
11-2025
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans ieps
- Small group instruction
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative teamwork
- Co-teaching experience
- Relationship building
- Data management
- Inclusion strategies
- Group and individual instruction
- Motivating students
- Team collaboration
- Instructional strategies
- De-escalation techniques
- Special education
- Behavior intervention plans
- Trained in CPI
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Visual supports
- Behavior modifications
- Student support
- Life skills instruction
- Student records management
- Assistive technology
- Functional behavior assessment
- Emotional support
- Behavior modification
- Crisis prevention and intervention
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Sensory integration
- Disability assessment testing
- Data collection
- IEP implementation
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Autism spectrum
- IEP development
- Individualized instruction
- Attention to detail
- Competent in smartboard technology
- Personal hygiene support
- Excellent communication
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Behavior modification techniques
- Curriculum development
- Team building
- Student recordkeeping
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Menta Academy
08.2024 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Goreville
08.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Vienna Grade School
08.2019 - 08.2022
Reading Volunteer
Reading Across America
08.2004 - 12.2006
Grand Canyon University
Masters in Educational Administration from Principal/Special Education Coordinator
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