Macie McConnell
Kingsport,TN
Summary
Special education resource teacher with hands-on experience developing IEPs, adapting lessons, and supporting reading, writing, and math growth. Partners with general education staff and families to monitor goals, plan accommodations, and support positive behavior and classroom success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Resource Teacher
Hawkins County School System
Rogersville, Tennessee
05.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Developed IEP-aligned lessons supporting reading, writing, and math skill growth.
- Monitored the implementation of IEP goals by providing feedback to other educators involved in a student's program.
- Collaborated with general education teachers on accommodations and behavior supports.
- Implemented positive behavior strategies and crisis interventions for student support.
- Adapted individualized instruction for diverse learners in Hawkins County School System classrooms.
- Communicated with parents about student needs, goals, and classroom expectations.
Behavior Modification Teacher
Hawkins County School System
Rogersville, Tennessee
10.2017 - 05.2021
- Planned lessons aligned with Hawkins County School System curriculum standards.
- Managed classroom behavior and maintained positive learning environment.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Adapted instruction for diverse learning needs and ability levels.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Communicated with parents and Hawkins County staff about student performance.
Behavior Modification Teacher
Bristol City Schools
Bristol, TN
07.2017 - 10.2017
- Managed classroom behavior by establishing clear rules and consistently reinforcing expectations.
- Enforced school rules and regulations to uphold a respectful and conducive learning environment for all students.
- Tracked student conduct to ensure a positive learning environment across classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, and playgrounds.
- Delivered classroom instruction using varied strategies for diverse learner needs.
- Adapted lessons for individual learning needs and special education plans.
- Collaborated with staff to support instructional planning and student services.
Cashier/ Fuel Clerk
KVAT Food City
01.2012 - 07.2017
- Operated cash register along with ten fuel pumps.
- Welcomed shoppers and calmly addressed checkout inquiries to ensure a positive shopping experience.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance customer satisfaction and address needs effectively.
- Utilized problem-solving strategies to assist customers with issues promptly.
Education
B.S. - Special Education
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN01-2017
AST - Special Education
Northeast State Community College
Blountville, TN01-2015
Diploma -
Dobyns-Bennett High School
Kingsport, TN01-2012
Skills
- IEP development
- Progress monitoring
- Accommodations planning
- Behavior intervention
- Instructional differentiation
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Collaborative teaching
- Reading interventions
- IEP implementation
Honors and Awards:
2008 Jeffrey Dunn Memorial Human Kindness Award, Received for my time and effort with students who have special needs., 2015- Present Dean's List, 2017 Graduated Cum Laude
Volunteer Experience
- Christ Fellowship Church, Room Mentor for middle school students, 2016, Present, Talk with the students who have questions about their faith, and help students who are struggling with adjusting to changes in their lives as they question and grow in their faith.
- Christ Fellowship Church, Host Team Leader, 2016, Present, Effectively Communicate responsibilities with my team each week., Ensure that all positions are fully staffed., Work with my team to guarantee that each person who walks through the Church doors has a positive experience.
- Bi-weekly Meetings with the family of a young man with Autism., 2016, Present, Help educate a mother of a young man with Autism on their rights under IDEA., Work with a young man on his social skills, as well as public speaking and life skills., Worked to ensure that the student got what he deserved and needed on his last IEP.
Extra-Curricular Activities:
- 2007-2009 Cross Country
- 2007-2009 Track
- 2010 Diving Team
College Related Professional/Academic/Service Activities:
- 2015 Community Service Project
- Worked collaboratively with another ETSU student to create a lesson plan for The Tesla Experience at Hands On! Regional Museum in Johnson City, Tennessee.
- 2015-2017 Student Teaching
- Implemented evidence based practices such as mnemonic devices, educational videos, and music to increase student comprehension.
- Adapted lessons to meet the needs of a student with severe intellectual disabilities.
- Utilized hands on teaching activities that increase active engagement in students.
- Participated in numerous IEP meetings.
- 2016 Behavior Modification Project
- Discovered the function of a student's behavior through the use of a Functional Behavior Analysis.
- Implemented a Positive Behavior Support System.
- Collected data, monitored student progress, and analyzed results
- 2016 Mock IEP Meeting
- Assumed the role of the Local Educational Agency in the form of the principal.
- Communicated Procedural Safeguards and ensured that both the student and the parents were aware of their rights under Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
References
Mrs. Christian Collins ccollins@k12k.com (423)341-9030
Mrs. Lorri Bonner lorri.bonner@hck12.net (423)863-3401
Mr. Andrew Collins acollins@k12k.net (865)809-6354
Timeline
Special Education Resource Teacher
Hawkins County School System
05.2021 - Current
Behavior Modification Teacher
Hawkins County School System
10.2017 - 05.2021
Behavior Modification Teacher
Bristol City Schools
07.2017 - 10.2017
Cashier/ Fuel Clerk
KVAT Food City
01.2012 - 07.2017
B.S. - Special Education
East Tennessee State University
AST - Special Education
Northeast State Community College
Diploma -
Dobyns-Bennett High School