Melissa Barton
Decatur,IN
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher focused on building students' strengths and confidence. Committed to providing students with firm guidelines, structure, routines and dependability to foster social and academic growth. Compassionate and caring in delivery of personalized, hands-on support and lessons targeted to specific learning needs and strengths. Leverages strong communication skills and patient nature to provide positive reinforcement in team-based, structured environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Resource Teacher
Lutheran Special Education Ministries (LSEM)
Woodburn, IN
08.2021 - Current
- Created and implemented the Resource program at Woodburn Lutheran School.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and identified areas of strength and weakness.
- Counseled students on personal issues such as self-esteem building or problem solving skills.
- Designed differentiated instruction plans based upon assessment results from both standardized tests and teacher observations.
- Participated in professional development activities related to special education best practices.
- Developed and implemented instructional activities that were tailored to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers and parents on a regular basis.
- Provided guidance and support for general education teachers who are working with students receiving special education services.
- Utilized technology tools such as iPads or computers when designing lesson plans for students with disabilities.
- Provided direct instruction to small groups of students on academic and social skills, as well as behavior management techniques.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to develop strategies for meeting the unique educational needs of individual students.
Substitute Teacher
FWSB Diocese
Ft. Wayne, IN
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Substituted in classes K-8 at St. Joseph, Decatur.
Resource Teacher
St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School
Decatur, IN
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Conducted assessments of student performance and identified areas of strength and weakness.
- Maintained accurate records related to student progress, including test scores, attendance data, behavioral reports.
- Developed and implemented instructional activities that were tailored to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Assisted in the development of individual education plans for students with special needs.
- Provided guidance and support for general education teachers who are working with students receiving special education services.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss concerns about their child's academic performance or behavior.
- Provided direct instruction to small groups of students on academic and social skills, as well as behavior management techniques.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers and parents on a regular basis.
Substitute Teacher
Fwcs
Ft. Wayne, IN
08.2002 - 05.2005
Fwcssub assignments at Miami Middle School.
Middle School Teacher
St. Joseph Catholic School
Decatur, IN
12.2001 - 05.2002
- 6th grade Language Arts, Social Studies, Religion teacher
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
IPFW
Ft. Wayne12-2001
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
IPFW
Ft. Wayne, IN12-2001
Skills
- Transition planning
- Progress Monitoring
- Parent Communication
- Behavior Modifications
- Motivating students
- Instructional Strategies
- Group and individual instruction
- Special Education
Timeline
Resource Teacher
Lutheran Special Education Ministries (LSEM)
08.2021 - Current
Substitute Teacher
FWSB Diocese
08.2019 - 05.2021
Resource Teacher
St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School
08.2013 - 05.2015
Substitute Teacher
Fwcs
08.2002 - 05.2005
Middle School Teacher
St. Joseph Catholic School
12.2001 - 05.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
IPFW
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
IPFW
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