MARY JO WALK
Effingham,IL
Summary
Motivated professional with a strong educational background and a proven ability to excel in challenging roles. Demonstrates effective support, management, and communication skills that contribute to organizational success. Committed to fostering a positive work environment and enhancing team collaboration.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Resource Teacher
Newton Elementary School
08.2021 - Current
- Collaborate with the student's parents, general education teachers, and other specialists to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Conduct assessments and evaluations to determine students' strengths, needs, and areas of challenge. Use assessment data to inform instruction and make appropriate modifications to meet individual learning goals.
- Regularly monitor students' progress and collect data to evaluate their academic and behavioral growth. Use assessment data to make instructional decisions and update IEP goals accordingly.
- Provide support and consultation to general education teachers regarding instructional strategies, accommodations, and modifications for students with special needs in their classrooms.
Special Education Cross-Categorical Teacher
Jasper County Junior High School
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Design and deliver instruction tailored to meet the diverse learning needs of students with disabilities.
- Modify curriculum, instructional strategies, and materials to accommodate individual learning styles and abilities.
- Provide direct instruction to students with special needs, both in small group and one-on-one settings. Teach academic subjects, social skills, behavior management, and other relevant skills according to the students' IEP goals.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Education
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL12.2017
Associates of Arts - General Studies
Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, IL05.2012
Skills
- Communication skills
- Planning and time management
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Instructional delivery
- Implementation of strategies
- Data analysis
- Progress monitoring
- Decision-making
- Organizational abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Problem-solving
Certification
- Certified Learning Behavior Specialist I (LBSI), PreK through Age 21
- Certified Elementary Education Teacher, Kindergarten through Grade 6
Skills & Interests
- Proficient in Google Applications and Microsoft Office Software Tools
- High School, Junior High, and Club Volleyball Coaching Experience
- Eager to continue professional training in order to continue to develop skills necessary into being a competitive, successful employee
Timeline
Special Education Resource Teacher
Newton Elementary School
08.2021 - Current
Special Education Cross-Categorical Teacher
Jasper County Junior High School
08.2018 - 08.2021
Bachelor's Degree - Education
Eastern Illinois University
Associates of Arts - General Studies
Lincoln Land Community College
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