Makayla Thompson
Norfolk,VA
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher and IEP Assistant Coordinator skilled in developing and implementing lesson plans to meet class learning and behavioral goals. Compassionate and responsible classroom support professional with creative and flexible approach to dealing with educational and behavioral issues. Over 5 years of experience in Special Education support roles.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher/Assistant Coordinator
NYC Department Of Education
09.2021 - 08.2023
- Designed and implemented ELA curriculum (Grades 7-12)
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress, attendance, behaviors, and IEP goals for effective communication with all stakeholders involved in the educational process.
- Developed tailor-fit lesson plans to cater to individual needs of each student.
- Liaised one-on-one with learners to provide additional support tailored to specific learning needs.
Special Education- STEM Teacher
NYC Department Of Education
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Integrated real-world applications into lessons, enhancing relevance and increasing student interest.
- Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects that connected STEM concepts to other subject areas.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
Special Education Teacher/ Strategic Reading Coach
NYC Department Of Education
09.2017 - 09.2020
- Advising students using restorative practices.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Delivery and Recovery Manager
IKEA
04.2013 - 05.2017
- Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Demonstrated strong negotiation skills in resolving disputes with external parties, securing favorable outcomes for clients whenever possible.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
Education
M.S Ed in Special Education -
Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY05.2019
Bachelors in Sociology -
CUNY City College
New York, NY06.2016
Biology -
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY05.2014
Biomedical Science Major -
Cortland, SUNY
Cortland, NY05.2012
Skills
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Special education curriculum
- Social Skills Development
- Reading instruction
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and Apple
- Verbal and written communication
- Teaching and instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- IEP compliance
- Project Planning
- Multitasking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Personal Information
Title: Special Education Specialist Grades 7-12/ IEP Assistant Coordinator
Certification
- Professional License
- REWARDS Reading Training Certified
- NEST Certified (Students with Autism)
Timeline
Special Education Teacher/Assistant Coordinator
NYC Department Of Education
09.2021 - 08.2023
Special Education- STEM Teacher
NYC Department Of Education
09.2020 - 06.2021
Special Education Teacher/ Strategic Reading Coach
NYC Department Of Education
09.2017 - 09.2020
Delivery and Recovery Manager
IKEA
04.2013 - 05.2017
M.S Ed in Special Education -
Long Island University
Bachelors in Sociology -
CUNY City College
Biology -
Nassau Community College
Biomedical Science Major -
Cortland, SUNY