Mary Barnes
Tacoma,WA
Summary
My decades of experience in education has been devoted to preschool age students as both a teacher and an educational support professional. My passion is be part of a team that encourages the Whole Child in a creative learning environment that promotes positive relationships.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Start Assistant Teacher
Tacoma Public School District
Edison Elementary In Tacoma Wa
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Supported students physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Checking in with individual students on their feelings and how to work through them.
- Documenting daily activities.
- Donated blankets and clothing to class.
- Certified in First Aid/CPR, Right Response, and Food Handler's Permit.
Head Start Assistant Teacher
Tacoma Public School District
Madison Head Start In Tacoma, WA
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Supported the teacher in implementing Creative Curriculum.
- Encouraged individual students.
- Modeled positive behavior intervention and sensory strategies with Conscious Discipline Curriculum. Supported consistent rules and instructions.
- Took initiative to create art projects for the students.
- Supervised group activities, lunch time, recess, toileting.
- Donated blankets and clothing.
One on One for Student With Behavior Challenges
Tacoma Public School District
Deaf And Hard Of Hearing Third Grader At Birney
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Used sign language and visual supports to promote receptive and expressive communication.
- Collaborated with teacher to modify lessons using individual interests and sensory strategies.
- Modeled and monitored behavior to de-escalate.
- Documenting and debriefing on daily activities with the teacher.
One on One in Peer Inclusion PreK/Kindergarten
Tacoma Public School District
Birney Elementary In Tacoma, WA
12.2019 - 12.2021
- -Adapted instructional materials to meet the diverse learning styles of the student for Creative Curriculum Studies, Conscious Discipline, and Zoophonics.
- Assisted in the development of social skills through small group activities and one-on-one coaching.
- Supported students' emotional well-being by providing a safe and nurturing environment.
- Monitored and documented for Teaching Strategies Gold Assessments and IEP Progress Reports.
- Provided input on IEPs and sensory strategies.
Special Education Teacher for Life Skills
Port Townsend School District
High School In Port Townsend, WA
09.2015 - 06.2018
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Case manager for IEPs, FBAs, with a multi-disciplinary team.
- Taught life skills to high school students.
- Made presentations to the city council about the school program.
- Assisted student in creating a formal art gallery for her senior year project.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Collaborated with student's family to organize a horse back riding camp for students with special needs.
Special Education Teacher for Preschool
Port Townsend School District
Port Townsend, WA
09.2004 - 06.2015
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual preschool 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.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Collaborated with Head Start in activities.
- Summer school instructor for younger students.
Oncology and ICU Nurse
St. Joseph's Hospital
Tacoma., WA
01.1984 - 09.2004
- Managed critical care patients as a RN.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient recovery.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Lead nurse for first stem cell transplant.
Education
RN - Nursing
Yakima Community College/CWU
Yakima, WA06.1979
Bachelor's in Education - Education
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA06.1978
Skills
- My experience as a special education teacher and educational support professional has centered on supporting each child's strengths and needs
- Utilized Spanish and sign language in building communication and social skills
- Focused on child's health and mental well-being as a former nurse in Oncology and ICU,
- Supported and implemented Creative Curriculum, assessing with Teaching Strategies GOLD, Zoo-Phonics, and Conscious Discipline
- Current certifications in Right Response, First Aid/CPR, and Food Handler's Permitas a Head Start Assistant
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Head Start Assistant Teacher
Tacoma Public School District
08.2023 - 06.2024
Head Start Assistant Teacher
Tacoma Public School District
08.2022 - 06.2023
One on One for Student With Behavior Challenges
Tacoma Public School District
01.2021 - 06.2022
One on One in Peer Inclusion PreK/Kindergarten
Tacoma Public School District
12.2019 - 12.2021
Special Education Teacher for Life Skills
Port Townsend School District
09.2015 - 06.2018
Special Education Teacher for Preschool
Port Townsend School District
09.2004 - 06.2015
Oncology and ICU Nurse
St. Joseph's Hospital
01.1984 - 09.2004
RN - Nursing
Yakima Community College/CWU
Bachelor's in Education - Education
Central Washington University