Maureen Brooks
Cumming,MI
Summary
Knowledgeable Special Education Teacher with solid background in autism education. Proven ability to implement individualized learning plans and foster supportive classroom environment. Demonstrated skill in behavior management and effective communication with students and parents.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Skill Based Autism Teacher
Whitlow Elementary
05.2023 - Current
- Aligned curriculum goals with state standards while adapting materials specifically for an autism-focused classroom setting that emphasized social-emotional growth alongside academic achievement.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting respect, empathy, and collaboration among all students regardless of ability level or background.
- Coordinated efforts with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other specialists in order to provide comprehensive support for each student''s needs inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a structured and calm classroom atmosphere conducive to learning for students with autism spectrum disorders.
- Provided ongoing feedback to parents regarding their child''s progress, collaborating on strategies for success both at school and at home.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to autism education, applying new knowledge and techniques in the classroom setting.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to optimize academic growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data, using it to inform instruction and track progress over time.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data, using it to inform instruction and track progress over time.
Skill Based Autism Teacher
Lambert High School
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Organized instruction material, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
- Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism.
- Developed strong relationships with students by understanding their individual interests and creating engaging lesson plans that catered to those interests while still meeting academic objectives.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to optimize academic growth.
- Provided ongoing feedback to parents regarding their child''s progress, collaborating on strategies for success both at school and at home.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting respect, empathy, and collaboration among all students regardless of ability level or background.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data, using it to inform instruction and track progress over time.
- Utilized various forms of assistive technology when appropriate to enhance communication abilities for nonverbal or minimally verbal students in the classroom environment.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a structured and calm classroom atmosphere conducive to learning for students with autism spectrum disorders.
- Coordinated efforts with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other specialists in order to provide comprehensive support for each student''s needs inside and outside the classroom setting.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lambert High School
12.2018 - 12.2021
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Mentored peer facilitators in best practices for helping special education students excel.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs while carrying out IEP goals.
- Worked cooperatively with students of various culturally diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
Education
Master of Arts - Education/Special Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ05.1991
Skills
- Teaching and Instruction
- Social and Group Settings
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Autism and Spectrum Disorders
- Special Education
- Smartboard
- Experienced with Unique Learning System/n2y
- IEP development
- IEP compliance
- Classroom management
- Small group instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Progress monitoring
- Classroom organization
- Assessment strategies
- Visual supports
- Lesson planning
- Behavior modifications
- Progress evaluations
- Team collaboration
- Parent communications
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Behavior management techniques
- Assistive technologies
Certification
Certified in Mindset Safety Management 2018 - present
Awards
Forsyth County Schools Outstanding Instructional Aide of the Month - August, 2019, January 2021
Timeline
Skill Based Autism Teacher
Whitlow Elementary
05.2023 - Current
Skill Based Autism Teacher
Lambert High School
01.2022 - 05.2023
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lambert High School
12.2018 - 12.2021
Certified in Mindset Safety Management 2018 - present
Master of Arts - Education/Special Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Montclair State University
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