Melissa Baker
Janesville,WI
Summary
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
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cross-Categorical Special Education Teacher
Janesville School District
10.2019 - Current
- Designed differentiated instruction techniques that met the unique needs of each learner while maintaining high expectations for all students.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of student progress, adjusting instructional methods as needed for optimal results.
- Managed caseloads effectively by prioritizing tasks and collaborating with team members, ensuring timely completion of required documentation and reports.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Janesville School District
10.2017 - 01.2019
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
University of Wisconsin, Whitewater
Whitewater, WI05-2020
Skills
- Co-teaching experience
- Parent-teacher communication
- Intellectual disability awareness
- Assistive technology use
- Assessment administration
- IEP implementation
- Autism spectrum
- De-escalation techniques
- Crisis prevention and intervention
- Life skills instruction
- Differentiated instruction
Accomplishments
Martial Artist- Second Degree Black Belt
Timeline
Cross-Categorical Special Education Teacher
Janesville School District
10.2019 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Janesville School District
10.2017 - 01.2019
Master of Science - Special Education
University of Wisconsin, Whitewater
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