MELISA HAYNES
Special Education Teacher
Weatherford
Summary
Versatile Special Education 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. Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
CBI Special Education Teacher
Weatherford ISD
08.2023 - Current
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
SDI Special Education Teacher
Weatherford ISD
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Increased parent involvement through the organization of workshops, conferences, and informational sessions on topics relevant to special education services.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Rockwall ISD
8 2020 - 05.2022
- Working with students who are diagnosed with learning disabilities, mild to moderate cognitive impairments, and emotional and behavioral disorders in self-contained classroom between 7 to 10 students
- Design lessons and provide specific instruction to students in kindergarten through third grade in reading, writing, math, science, social studies in small group setting
- Collect data on student mastery, collaborate with team members, general education teachers and families to maximize each student’s success.
- Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement
- 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
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS)
- Communicated nonverbally with children to provide comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT
Rockwall ISD
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Collaborated with students, parents, and staff members to develop and implement personalized educational plans for diverse range of students to optimize their learning
- Collect data, observations, and work samples on student's Individualized Educational Program
- Provided instruction, supports and services to students in 3rd through 6th grade ACE self-contained classroom to ensure each individual student succeeds.
- Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow
- Adhered to predetermined behavior and academic plans and collaborated on adjustments
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments
- Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores
Education
Bachelors of Arts degree - Spanish
BACHELORS, UNIVERSITY oF NORTH TEXAS
Denton, TX 01.2015 - 05.2018
Skills
Self-starter with professional mannerundefined
Hobbies
When I am not working, painting, gardening, singing, cooking and playing the piano are a few activities enjoyed in my spare time.
Accomplishments
Nominated and won an award for Instructional Assistant of the Year in 2019-2020
Nominated as a candidate for Teacher of the Year in 2021-2022
Timeline
CBI Special Education Teacher
Weatherford ISD
08.2023 - Current
SDI Special Education Teacher
Weatherford ISD
08.2022 - 08.2023
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT
Rockwall ISD
08.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelors of Arts degree - Spanish
BACHELORS, UNIVERSITY oF NORTH TEXAS
01.2015 - 05.2018
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Rockwall ISD
8 2020 - 05.2022
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