Mark DeWitt
Summary
Versatile 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
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Wayne Elementary School
2021.10 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
Intervention Specialist
Portsmouth City Schools
2015.08 - 2021.08
- Built strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies into daily activities.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development, enhancing academic growth for all participants.
- Provided ongoing assessment of student progress, adjusting interventions as needed to optimize results.
- Streamlined the intervention process by developing and implementing efficient systems for tracking student data, progress monitoring, and documentation.
- Strengthened collaboration among general education teachers, special education staff, and related service providers through regular meetings and communication.
Paraprofessional
Portsmouth City Schools
2013.08 - 2015.08
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
Paraprofessional
Portsmouth City Schools
2011.08 - 2013.08
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
Education
Master's of Education - Intervention Specialist K-12 Mild/Moderate
Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, OH05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, OH05.2011
High School Diploma -
Rock Hill High School
Ironton, OH05.2006
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Individual Education Plans Development
- Small Group Instruction
- Data Management
- Group and individual instruction
- Parent Communication
- Computer programs such as Office Suite, Renaissance, Class Dojo, WVEIS, Progress Book, Zoom, and Reading Eggs.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Wayne Elementary School
2021.10 - Current
Intervention Specialist
Portsmouth City Schools
2015.08 - 2021.08
Paraprofessional
Portsmouth City Schools
2013.08 - 2015.08
Paraprofessional
Portsmouth City Schools
2011.08 - 2013.08
Master's of Education - Intervention Specialist K-12 Mild/Moderate
Shawnee State University
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Shawnee State University
High School Diploma -
Rock Hill High School
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