Michael Barker
Oconomowoc,WI
Summary
- Driven Individual who has completed coursework in education, assessment, and other related studies.
- Portrays skills in communicating with others both online and in person, working hard to achieve a set goal, being able to effectively use time for work completion, and understanding the feelings of others.
- An enthusiastic person willing to take a hands-on approach to complete work as efficiently and effectively as possible.
- Love learning new things and being challenged.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher
UW-Whitewater
Mandeville, Jamaica
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Developed and presented engaging educational content to the audience on best practices referring to Applied Behavior Analysis.
- Taught in underfunded schools and provided educators with commonly used best practices in Wisconsin.
- Supported the implementation of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports.
Student Teacher
School District Of Waukesha
Waukesha, WI
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Established positive relationships with students and their families.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
Job Coach
UW-Whitewater
Whitewater, WI
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Promoted independence by teaching basic living skills such as budgeting, cooking, and cleaning.
- Provided guidance and support to students labeled with an intellectual disability in order to develop life skills such as communication, problem-solving, organization, and time management.
- Created a safe, comfortable atmosphere that promoted trust between instructor and students.
Assitant Teacher
Wee Know School
Hartland, WI
09.2020 - 08.2023
- Assisted Lead Teacher in planning and implementing age-appropriate activities for children.
- Organized daily classroom routines, including snack time, storytime, and outdoor playtime.
- Monitored the safety of children at all times while they were playing or engaging in activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Wisconsin - Whitewater
Whitewater, WI12-2023
Skills
- Clear Public Speaking Skills
- Active Listening
- Flexibility
- Time Management
- Document Editing
Certification
- Licensed Special Educator in Wisconsin
Timeline
Student Teacher
UW-Whitewater
01.2024 - 02.2024
Student Teacher
School District Of Waukesha
09.2023 - 12.2024
Job Coach
UW-Whitewater
09.2022 - 05.2023
Assitant Teacher
Wee Know School
09.2020 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Wisconsin - Whitewater
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