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Matthew Ramm

Litchfield Park,AZ

Summary

Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Cross Country Education, specializing in special education and IEP development. Proven ability to foster student engagement and build strong relationships, enhancing academic success. Proficient in e-IEP Pro and skilled in classroom management, ensuring a supportive learning environment for diverse learners.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Educational Services Inc
03.2025 - Current
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.

Special Education Teacher

Cross Country Education
09.2024 - 03.2025
  • 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.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.

Substitute Teacher

Educational Services Inc
08.2024 - 09.2024

Worked with various grade levels over the first two months of the school year.

Special Education Teacher

Cross Country Education
07.2023 - 05.2024

I worked at Paseo Hills Elementary in an inclusive classroom with Grade 6 through Grade 8 students with mild to moderate learning disabilities. A number of the students were diagnosed with Autism as well. I worked on meeting the goals that were on their IEPs and kept progress reports on each student.

Substitute Teacher

Educational Services Inc
03.2021 - 05.2023

Worked with students in grade levels from K through 8th grade but mainly tried to take positions from K through 3rd grade. I also took positions in special education because that is my background.

Rural Mail Carrier

Canada Post
01.2018 - 07.2020
  • Developed strong relationships with rural customers through consistent communication and exceptional service quality.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper procedures for sorting, loading, and delivering mail in a rural setting.
  • Handled accurate cash payments for postage and incurred fees.
  • Utilized Canada Post technology tools effectively to track packages accurately throughout the delivery process.

Senior Pastor

Quanah First Assembly
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Led effective pastoral care for congregation members, providing spiritual guidance and support during times of crisis or need.
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
  • Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.

Administrative Assistant

American Indian College
08.2014 - 12.2015
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.

Kindergarten Teacher

Dysart Unified School District
07.2013 - 05.2014
  • Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
  • Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.

Resource Teacher

Dysart Unified School District
07.2012 - 05.2013
  • Facilitated differentiated instruction by providing a variety of resources tailored to meet each student''s unique needs and abilities.
  • Provided support for struggling students through targeted one-on-one instruction, improving overall class performance.
  • Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a safe and supportive environment conducive to learning.

Substitute Teacher

Glendale Elementary School District
08.2011 - 05.2012

Various grades in the Glendale Elementary School District at various schools.

Resource Teacher

Glendale Elementary School District
07.2010 - 05.2011

Resource teacher for students from Kinder through 3rd grade. I had a caseload from 20 to 30 students.

Preschool Special Education Teacher

Glendale Elementary School District
07.2008 - 05.2010
  • Promoted early literacy skills by incorporating phonics-based instruction into daily reading activities and exposing students to a variety of age-appropriate literature.
  • Coordinated with school administrators and support staff to provide comprehensive services that addressed the whole child''s developmental needs-academically, socially, emotionally, and physically.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication and involvement in the educational process, fostering a strong home-school connection.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education, enhancing the quality of instruction provided to students.

Education

Master of Arts - Special Education

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ

Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education

Toccoa Falls College
Toccoa Falls, GA

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Adaptable
  • Relationship building and management
  • Student engagement
  • Lesson plan implementation
  • Lesson planning
  • Special education
  • IEP documentation
  • Proficient in e-IEP Pro, Word, Excel, etc
  • Lecturing and teaching
  • Assessment techniques
  • Literacy strategies

Languages

Spanish
Elementary

Interests

  • Avid Reader
  • Gardening
  • Music
  • Gym Workouts
  • Backpacking and Hiking
  • Watching Movies and TV Shows
  • Swimming
  • Camping
  • Road Trips

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

Educational Services Inc
03.2025 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Cross Country Education
09.2024 - 03.2025

Substitute Teacher

Educational Services Inc
08.2024 - 09.2024

Special Education Teacher

Cross Country Education
07.2023 - 05.2024

Substitute Teacher

Educational Services Inc
03.2021 - 05.2023

Rural Mail Carrier

Canada Post
01.2018 - 07.2020

Senior Pastor

Quanah First Assembly
01.2016 - 01.2017

Administrative Assistant

American Indian College
08.2014 - 12.2015

Kindergarten Teacher

Dysart Unified School District
07.2013 - 05.2014

Resource Teacher

Dysart Unified School District
07.2012 - 05.2013

Substitute Teacher

Glendale Elementary School District
08.2011 - 05.2012

Resource Teacher

Glendale Elementary School District
07.2010 - 05.2011

Preschool Special Education Teacher

Glendale Elementary School District
07.2008 - 05.2010

Master of Arts - Special Education

Northern Arizona University

Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education

Toccoa Falls College