Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline

Marla Beasley

Cobb County School System
Acworth,Georgia
22
years of professional experience

Dedicated Special Education Teacher with expertise in differentiated instruction, classroom management, and IEP development. Skilled in fostering strong relationships with families and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance student success.

Work History

Special Education Teacher

18 Years 10 Months
Cobb County School System | 10.2007 - Current
  • Developed individualized education plans to address diverse student needs and promote academic success.
  • Adapted instructional materials to enhance learning engagement and accessibility for students with disabilities.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to implement effective strategies for student behavior management.
  • Mentored new educators in special education best practices, fostering professional growth and collaboration.
  • Established strong relationships with families, providing resources and support for home-based learning initiatives.
  • Reviewed and approved IEP drafts for peers.

Teacher

2 Years 11 Months
Cumberland Christian Academy | 08.2004 - 07.2007
  • Designed and implemented engaging curriculum.
  • Assessed student performance and provided tailored feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
  • Developed classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
  • Maintained positive communication with parents/guardians.

Education

Specialist - Special Education

University of West Georgia | Carrollton, GA | 07-2023

Master of Science - Special Education

Columbus State University | Columbus, GA | 12-2018

Master of Science - Psychology

Kennesaw State University | Kennesaw, GA | 12-2004

Skills

Individual education plans (IEPs)
Differentiated instruction
IEP development
Relationship building
Co-teaching experience
Lesson planning
Behavior intervention
Classroom management
Parent engagement

Accomplishments

  • Trained fellow teachers on the procedures for completing Individual Education Plans.
  • Teacher of the Year 2019-2020
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Humanitarian Award 2017

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Cobb County School System
10.2007 - CurrentRead More

Teacher

Cumberland Christian Academy
08.2004 - 07.2007Read More

University of West Georgia

Specialist from Special Education
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Columbus State University

Master of Science from Special Education
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Kennesaw State University

Master of Science from Psychology
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Marla Beasley