Martha Schulte Paltzer
Des Plaines,il
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Chicago Public School District, adept at differentiated instruction and relationship building. Successfully enhanced student engagement and comprehension through tailored IEPs and proactive classroom management strategies, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment for diverse learners.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Chicago Public School District
Chicago, IL
01.2010 - Current
- Increased parent engagement through regular communication, building strong relationships and fostering a supportive learning environment at home.
- Supported social-emotional growth by incorporating SEL activities into daily routines, fostering a positive classroom climate conducive to learning.
- Promoted a culture of inclusion by adapting lessons for diverse learners and Spanish speakers ensuring equal access to educational opportunities for all students.
- Reduced behavior issues by implementing proactive intervention strategies such as check-in/check-out systems and individualized behavior plans.
- Contributed to IEP development and implementation, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide appropriate accommodations and modifications for special education students.
- Taught students with cognitive disabilities and emotional disabilities in multiple subjects.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Maintained accurate and complete student records to prepare reports on children and activities.
Math and Science Instructor
National Louis University
122 North Michigan Chicago Illinois
01.2007 - 07.2010
- Developed and refined curriculum materials, ensuring alignment with state standards and objectives for science education.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on best practices for science education and incorporate new strategies into teaching methods.
- Taught upper classmates strategies for teaching math and science.
- Utilized various instructional techniques such as hands-on experiments, demonstrations, and multimedia presentations to enhance student engagement in scientific concepts.
Special Education Teacher
Evanston High School
Evanston, IL
08.2006 - 06.2008
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Supported social-emotional growth by incorporating SEL activities into daily routines, fostering a positive classroom climate conducive to learning.
- Improved student comprehension by implementing differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing rules and consequences.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education And Behavior Disorders
University of Louisville
Louisville, KYBachelor of Arts - Bachelors of Education And Special Education K-12
Bellarmine University
Louisville, KY01-1980
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans IEPs
- Relationship building
- Co-teaching experience
- Small group instruction
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Chicago Public School District
01.2010 - Current
Math and Science Instructor
National Louis University
01.2007 - 07.2010
Special Education Teacher
Evanston High School
08.2006 - 06.2008
Master of Science - Special Education And Behavior Disorders
University of Louisville
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelors of Education And Special Education K-12
Bellarmine University