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LAVILLA PETTY

NASHVILLE,TN

Summary

Organized Job Title successful at providing classroom and emotional structure for special needs children required to flourish in academic setting. Certified and licensed in State and recognized as highly qualified educator. Coordinates well with classroom teachers with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students. Versatile and dedicated Job Title with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students. Special Education Teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments.

Overview

57
57
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Metro Nashville Public Schools
09.1968 - 05.2025
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
  • Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
  • Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
  • Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
  • Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
  • Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
  • Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
  • Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.

Education

Masters Of Education - Curriculum And Behavior

Peaboy At Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN
05.1995

Skills

  • Student Counseling
  • Middle School Education
  • Special Education
  • Basic Clerical Knowledge Tools to motivate behavior and learning

Timeline

Masters Of Education - Curriculum And Behavior

Peaboy At Vanderbilt University

Special Education Teacher

Metro Nashville Public Schools
09.1968 - 05.2025

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