Mariah Lowery
Jacksonville,NC
Summary
Versatile and dedicated Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Exceptional Children's Teacher
Onslow County Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Designed individual education plans for roughly 30 students to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies through various forms of data collection and assessment.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Restaurant Staff Member
Lighthouse Cafe
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Cleaned and organized kitchen, dining and service areas
- Observed diners to respond to additional requests and determine when meal completed
- Greeted customers and answered inquiries regarding menu items and specials
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
Mental Health Technician
Brynn Marr Hospital
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security
- Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes
- Took patient blood pressure and pulse rate, reporting findings in health charts.
Regular Babysitter
Private Family Employer
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Provided safe transportation to and from school and extracurricular activities
- Demonstrated empathy and kindness to display positive character traits
- Employed positive reinforcement methods to encourage good behavior
- Built strong relationships to promote collaborative environment
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores
- Supervised children's homework assignments to verify completion, assist with difficult assignments and support educational goals
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
Sandwich Artist
SUBWAYRestaurants
02.2016 - 01.2020
- Upheld high standards of customer service at all times to enhance client loyalty and satisfaction
- Delivered exceptional service as illustrated through multiple positive customer reviews
- Met sales targets by encouraging customers to buy extra food items such as drinks, desserts, and sides
- Kept drawer balanced by accurately processing cash, credit and debit payments
- Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized
- Organized freezers, refrigerators and storage rooms by receiving, recording, and moving food and beverage supplies and products
- Kept workplace clean and organized in line with restaurant policies
- Prepared and presented food in compliance with health and safety guidelines
- Prepared and served hot and cold sandwiches based on customer preferences
- Trained team members to prepare sandwiches and other items according to instructions.
Internship Student
The Wartburg Adult Care Community
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge
- Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities
- Assisted residents with everyday functions
- Built and maintained positive, professional relationships with staff and residents
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security
- Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations
- Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support
- Assisted in development of therapeutic activities for patients.
Education
Doctor of Education - Community Care & Counseling: Traumatology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2025
Master of Arts - Applied PsychologyDevelopmental Psychology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA07.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Iona College
New Rochelle, NY01.2020
Skills
- Interpersonal Abilities
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Behavior Management
- Data-Driven Decision-Making
- Development of Individualized Education Programs
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Differentiated Instruction
Timeline
Exceptional Children's Teacher
Onslow County Schools
08.2023 - Current
Restaurant Staff Member
Lighthouse Cafe
12.2021 - 05.2022
Mental Health Technician
Brynn Marr Hospital
07.2021 - 08.2021
Internship Student
The Wartburg Adult Care Community
02.2019 - 05.2019
Regular Babysitter
Private Family Employer
10.2018 - 03.2020
Sandwich Artist
SUBWAYRestaurants
02.2016 - 01.2020
Doctor of Education - Community Care & Counseling: Traumatology
Liberty University
Master of Arts - Applied PsychologyDevelopmental Psychology
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Iona College
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