Lisa Parsons
Ozark,Missouri
Summary
Compassionate Special Education Teacher adept at tailoring instruction to meet diverse student needs, creating effective lesson plans, and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Sparta R-3 School District
Sparta, Missouri
08.2008 - 05.2010
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Established positive relationships with students and their families.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
- Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities.
- Maintained student records in accordance with district standards.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
Special Education Teacher
Marion C Early
Morrisville, Missouri
08.2006 - 05.2008
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Maintained student records in accordance with district standards.
- Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
- Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
- Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
Special Education Teacher / PE & Adapted Teacher
Nixa Public Schools
Nixa, Missouri
08.1989 - 05.2006
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Established positive relationships with students and their families.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
- Organized field trips or community experiences to enhance learning opportunities for special education students.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
- Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
- Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
- Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
- Encouraged student empathy of others to build confidence and improve self-image.
- Led students on field trips to enhance educational programs.
- Participated in adapted physical education activities with students to encourage overall health and instill positive routines.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Maintained student records in accordance with district standards.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO05-2003
Master of Arts - Physical Education, Home Economics
Southwest Baptist University
Bolivar, MO05-1979
Skills
- Curriculum Adjustments
- Lesson Planning
- Relationship Building
- Student Support
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Classroom Management
- Data Collection
- Small Group Instruction
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention
- Behavior Modification
- Parent communications
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Progress Evaluations
- Motivating students
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
Affiliations
I enjoy many activities including: Fishing, golfing, quilting, teaching / leading children in a variety activities at church, attending my grandchildren's sports games, programs, and spending quality time with them.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Sparta R-3 School District
08.2008 - 05.2010
Special Education Teacher
Marion C Early
08.2006 - 05.2008
Special Education Teacher / PE & Adapted Teacher
Nixa Public Schools
08.1989 - 05.2006
Master of Arts - Education
Lindenwood University
Master of Arts - Physical Education, Home Economics
Southwest Baptist University
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