Loretta Barksdale
Largo,FL
Summary
Dynamic ESE Teacher with a proven track record at Pinellas County School Board, adept at implementing inclusion strategies and fostering parent-teacher collaboration. Skilled in data-driven decision-making and behavior intervention plans, I effectively advocate for students with emotional disabilities, ensuring tailored support and promoting academic success through innovative instructional practices.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ESE Teacher
Pinellas County School Board
01.1999 - 01.2024
- Evaluated a caseload of 45 students progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to maximize achievement.
- Collaborated with 5 other ESE teachers to develop and implement best practices for special education instruction.
- Implemented research-based interventions to address skill deficits in reading, math, and other academic subjects.
- Demonstrated flexibility by adapting teaching methods based on the unique strengths and challenges of each student.
- Advocated for the needs of ESE students within the broader school community, raising awareness about inclusive practices and accommodations.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making processes to inform instructional planning and monitor student progress toward IEP goals.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to discuss student progress, address concerns, and collaborate on strategies for success at home and in the classroom.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gibbs High Schhol
St. Petersburg, FL05-1979
Associate of Arts - Accounting
St. Petersburg College
St. Petersburg, FL07-1993
Associate of Science - Education
St. Petersburg College
Largo, FL07-1997
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL05-1998
Skills
- Inclusion strategies
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Positive reinforcement
- Social skills training
- Progress monitoring
- Emotional disabilities support
- Co-teaching strategies
- Individual education plans IEP's
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Social skills development
- Lesson planning
- Parent communications
- Curriculum adjustments
Certification
- FLDOE teaching License - 789284
- Endorsement ESOL
Timeline
ESE Teacher
Pinellas County School Board
01.1999 - 01.2024
High School Diploma -
Gibbs High Schhol
Associate of Arts - Accounting
St. Petersburg College
Associate of Science - Education
St. Petersburg College
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of South Florida
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