Mattison Drinkwater
Conway,SC
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academic and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School Special Education Teacher
Georgetown Middle School
Georgetown, SC
08.2023 - Current
- Responsible for creating a classroom environment that is conductive to learning and appropriate for all students.
- Develops lesson plans that meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
- Generates Individualized Education Plans for all students, attends IEP meetings, and prepares Behavioral Intervention Plans for specified students.
- Confers frequently with parents and professional staff members regarding the educational, social, and personal concerns of students.
- Works cooperatively with classroom teachers and other support staff.
Club Volleyball Coach
Grand Strand Juniors
Conway, SC
11.2021 - Current
- Mentored athletes in goal setting, time management, and personal responsibility, fostering well-rounded individuals.
- Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing strategic training plans.
- Collaborated with parents to ensure clear communication and support for each athlete''s development both on and off the court.
- Established a positive team culture, emphasizing sportsmanship and mutual respect among players.
Head Volleyball Coach
Georgetown High School
Georgetown, SC
08.2020 - 01.2024
- Led the varsity volleyball team to multiple victories by emphasizing teamwork and skill refinement.
- Developed strong team dynamics through effective communication, trust-building exercises, and fostering a positive environment.
- Organized and managed all team logistics, including practice schedules, game strategies, and player evaluations.
- Organized fundraising events to support the volleyball program, demonstrating community involvement and engagement.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents and guardians regarding player progress, achievements, and areas for improvement.
High School Special Education Teacher
Georgetown High School
Georgetown, SC
08.2020 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with multiple disabilities, focusing on academic, social, and adaptive skills.
- Utilized various instructional strategies and assistive technologies to meet the diverse needs of students with different learning styles and abilities.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of professionals to provide holistic support for students.
- Increased parent engagement through regular communication, building strong relationships and fostering a supportive learning environment at home.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education Multi-Categorical
Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SC05.2020
Skills
- Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Data Management
- Parent Communication
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Trained in CPI
Certification
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, Crisis Prevention Institute - February 2024
- First Aid Training, American Red Cross - April 2024
- Heartsaver CPR/AED, American Heart Association - October 2023
- Read to Succeed, Coastal Carolina University - July 2020
Timeline
Middle School Special Education Teacher
Georgetown Middle School
08.2023 - Current
Club Volleyball Coach
Grand Strand Juniors
11.2021 - Current
Head Volleyball Coach
Georgetown High School
08.2020 - 01.2024
High School Special Education Teacher
Georgetown High School
08.2020 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education Multi-Categorical
Coastal Carolina University