Lucy Neumann
Summary
Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive in triumphs and challenges . Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
Karen Damwijk
09.2023 - Current
- Supervised, and prepared food for 2 elementary aged children.
Caregiver, Special Needs
Danielle Buchheit
11.2021 - Current
- Supervised client with Autism, helped with daily living needs, assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal prep, and personal care.
Special Education Student Teacher
Otsego Middle School
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Helped create and manage IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Student Teacher Pre-Intern
Mattawan Later Elementary
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
Special Education Teacher Pre-Intern
Portage North Middle School
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Implemented fraction intervention to students below grade level.
Special Education Pre-Intern
Boys And Girls Club At Northeastern Elementary
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Assessed K-2nd grade students for current capabilities and function levels.
- Implemented interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
Special Education Pre-Intern
Juvenile Detention Center
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Monitored student actions and applied established interventions to redirect behavior and resolve conflicts.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
Special Education Pre-Intern
Plainwell Middle School
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI04.2024
High School Diploma -
Mercy High School
Farmington Hills04.2019
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum Adjustments
- Instructional Strategies
- Lesson Planning
- Behavior Modifications
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Faculty Collaboration
Timeline
Babysitter
Karen Damwijk
09.2023 - Current
Special Education Student Teacher
Otsego Middle School
08.2023 - 12.2023
Student Teacher Pre-Intern
Mattawan Later Elementary
01.2023 - 04.2023
Special Education Teacher Pre-Intern
Portage North Middle School
01.2023 - 04.2023
Special Education Pre-Intern
Boys And Girls Club At Northeastern Elementary
09.2022 - 12.2022
Special Education Pre-Intern
Juvenile Detention Center
01.2022 - 04.2022
Caregiver, Special Needs
Danielle Buchheit
11.2021 - Current
Special Education Pre-Intern
Plainwell Middle School
09.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Western Michigan University
High School Diploma -
Mercy High School