Melinda Speed
Abilene,TX
Summary
Versatile Special Education / Resources/ Inclusion Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia 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
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Harmony School Of Innovation
Ft.Worth , Texas
08.2019 - Current
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Special Education Teacher
Burleson ISD
Burleson, TX
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Instructed students in core academic areas and specialized reading groups.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Special Education Teacher, English Teacher
Whitney High School
Whitney, TX.
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Special Education, 9-12.
- Created and implemented Individualized Education Plans and Behavioral Programs.
- Designed and implemented lesson plans, activities, and assessments to ensure the success of diverse groups of students.
- Maintained documentation necessary for the school district to receive appropriate funding for Medicaid-approved services for a caseload of 15 students.
- Serve as a member of Whitney Independent School District Site Base Committee
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
Elementary Teacher
Moran ISD
Moran, TX.
08.2006 - 05.2008
- Teacher of record for grade 4.
- Prepared lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
- Collaborated with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district’s guidelines.
- Managed student behavior that corresponded with the school code of conduct.
- Used technology to aide in the teaching and learning process.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Paraprofessional Educator
Moran ISD
Moran, TX
08.2006 - 08.2007
- Maintained aninclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain apositive learning environment.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX12.1993
Skills
- Arts
- Documentation
- English
- Lesson plans
- Reading
- Teacher
- Teaching
- Student records management
- Conflict resolution techniques
Certification
Texas Education Agency:
EC-12 Special Education
EC-4 Generalist
4-8 English, Language Arts, and Reading
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Harmony School Of Innovation
08.2019 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Burleson ISD
08.2018 - 08.2019
Special Education Teacher, English Teacher
Whitney High School
09.2017 - 08.2018
Elementary Teacher
Moran ISD
08.2006 - 05.2008
Paraprofessional Educator
Moran ISD
08.2006 - 08.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Tarleton State University
Texas Education Agency:
EC-12 Special Education
EC-4 Generalist
4-8 English, Language Arts, and Reading
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