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Loretta Haley

Smyrna,GA

Summary

Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.


Experienced Life Coach versed in guiding individuals to build useful life skills and manage challenging circumstances. Compassionate and energetic with in-depth understanding of coaching processes, documentation requirements and available resources. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Kelly Education
11.2023 - Current
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.


Certified Master Life Coach

Self Employed Web
01.2021 - Current
  • Counseled patients and families to provide psychological, emotional and spiritual support.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery.

Special Education Teacher

Cobb County School System
10.1999 - 05.2023
  • Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
  • Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
  • Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
  • Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
  • Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
  • Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
  • Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
  • Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
  • Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
  • Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
  • Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
  • Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
  • Encouraged student empathy of others to build confidence and improve self-image.
  • Employed cutting-edge teaching technologies to meet learning objectives and enhance student experience.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.

PRN Counselor

Youth Villages
06.2005 - 10.2010
  • Implemented accurate and timely documentation in electronic client medical records.
  • Facilitated medication management and monitored patients for side effects.
  • Counseled patients and families to provide psychological, emotional and spiritual support.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
05.2026

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Special Education

Mercer University
Macon, GA
05.2012

Bachelor of Science - Human Services

Mercer University
Macon, GA
05.2006

Bachelor of Science - Educational Psychology

Alcoran State University
Lorman, MS
05.1991

Skills

  • Skills Development
  • Lesson Planning
  • Parent Communication
  • Behavioral/Cognitive Skills Development
  • Individual Education Plans IEPs
  • Social Skills Development
  • Classroom Management
  • Motivating Students
  • Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
  • Curriculum Adjustments
  • De-escalation Techniques
  • Instructional Strategies
  • Data Management
  • Learning Style Assessments
  • Behavior Modifications
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Well-Being Understanding
  • Community Resources
  • Program Support

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

Kelly Education
11.2023 - Current

Certified Master Life Coach

Self Employed Web
01.2021 - Current

PRN Counselor

Youth Villages
06.2005 - 10.2010

Special Education Teacher

Cobb County School System
10.1999 - 05.2023

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Special Education

Mercer University

Bachelor of Science - Human Services

Mercer University

Bachelor of Science - Educational Psychology

Alcoran State University

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