MADISON MASSA
Excelsior Springs,MO
Summary
Highly motivated professional seeking a challenging position. Goal-oriented with a team player attitude, drive to succeed, and the will to gain as much knowledge in any field of work necessary.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Resource Teacher
Excelsior Springs School District
Excelsior Springs , MO
08.2021 - Current
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Instructed students in core academic areas and specialized reading groups.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Special Education Teacher Intern
Excelsior Springs School District
Excelsior Springs , MO
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Created learning and content strategies to meet needs of mentally and physically disabled students.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
Health Market Clerk
Hy-Vee
Liberty, MO
04.2016 - 07.2022
- Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
Education
Bachelor of Science - K-12 Mild/Moderate Cross Categorial Disabilities
Missouri Western State University
St. Joseph, MO05.2021
Associate of Arts - Education
Maple Woods Community College
Kansas City, MO05.2018
Skills
- Exceeding Customer Expectations
- Customer Service
- Student records management
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Classroom management
- Group and individual instruction
- Multitasking Abilities
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Excellent Written and Verbal Communication
- Efficient in all aspects of Microsoft Office
Timeline
Special Education Resource Teacher
Excelsior Springs School District
08.2021 - Current
Special Education Teacher Intern
Excelsior Springs School District
01.2021 - 05.2021
Health Market Clerk
Hy-Vee
04.2016 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - K-12 Mild/Moderate Cross Categorial Disabilities
Missouri Western State University
Associate of Arts - Education
Maple Woods Community College