Lisa Bennett

Special Education Teacher

Huron School District

01.2004 - Current

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.
Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in special education teaching methodologies.
Monitored student progress closely, intervening proactively when necessary to ensure steady growth and achievement of learning goals.
Provided one-on-one support for students struggling in specific areas, resulting in marked improvement in their understanding of the subject matter.
Assessed student performance regularly using various evaluation tools, adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistency in enforcing rules.
Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles within the classroom setting.
Boosted student confidence and participation through positive reinforcement and tailored instruction methods.
Enhanced parent-teacher communication by conducting regular meetings and providing frequent progress updates.
Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Worked with parents, teachers, and school leadership to develop tailored student education plans.
Prepared classrooms for class activities and provided variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use throughout day.
Enforced classroom rules to encourage positive behavior and distributed rewards for good conduct.
Provided non-verbal communication training to staff members to facilitate student aid.
Maintained accurate and complete student records to prepare reports on children and activities.