MICHAEL OFORI ABOAGYE
Austin,USA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated special education teacher with a proven ability to consistently deliver productive and efficient task completion. Highly skilled in developing individualized education programs (IEPs) and behavior intervention plans (BIPs), while effectively implementing behavior modification techniques. Proficient in integrating adaptive learning technologies to cater to the diverse needs of students. Demonstrates excellent communication skills, patience, and empathy, fostering supportive and inclusive learning environments that cultivate strong connections with students from varied backgrounds.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Structured Learning Class(SLC) Teacher
Round Rock Independent School District
10.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs
- Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state, and district-wide assessments
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for 9 students with special needs
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports, and state-specific special education documentation
Special Education Teacher
Fotobi M/A Primary and Djankrom 'A' Circuit
02.2021 - 09.2023
- Conducted 8 screening exercises per month for early identification and detection of children with special needs to provide intervention
- Counseled parents of children with disabilities on preschool education
- Supported classroom teachers to manage children with special needs in regular schools effectively
- Created awareness of disability issues through public education
- Wrote periodic reports on special educational activities to the Municipal Education Directorate
Special Education Teacher
Rev.Fr.Wieggers R/C Basic School
09.2012 - 02.2021
- Conducted 15 screenings per month for early identification and detection of children with special needs to provide intervention
- Held one-to-one training for 20 struggling and underachieving students requiring extra tuition
- Provided in-class support for 8 students with special needs
- Wrote monthly reports on special educational activities to the Municipal Education Directorate
Teacher (Mathematics and Science)
Muoso D/A Junior High School
09.2004 - 08.2008
- Planned and taught 30 students Math and Science lessons
- Conducted and marked 30 student's examinations
- Conducted and marked class exercises, tests, and student projects
- Recorded student's progress
- Communicated and discussed student's progress with parents
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework, and assignment records.
- Met with students, parents, and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Special Education
University of Education
Winneba, Ghana07.2012
Teacher's Certificate 'A' - Elementary Education
Presbyterian Teacher Training College
Akropong, Akuapem08.2004
Skills
- Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Targeted Reading Support
- Social skills training
- Joint Educational Planning
- Support for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities
- Targeted Math Support
- Behavioral Support Strategies
- Performance Tracking
- Support for Learning Disabilities
- Implementing Tailored Writing Strategies
- Inclusion strategies
- Individualized education plans
- Effective Parent-Teacher Communication
- Assistive Technology Support
Accomplishments
- Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists, and social workers to discuss educational plans to promote students' academic/social development.
- Case Manager-Collaborated with other related service providers to create and implement student's IEPs.
- Participated in Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) meetings.
Certification
- Texas Educator Certificate, Texas, USA
- Licensed Professional Teacher, Ghana
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Special Education Structured Learning Class(SLC) Teacher
Round Rock Independent School District
10.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Fotobi M/A Primary and Djankrom 'A' Circuit
02.2021 - 09.2023
Special Education Teacher
Rev.Fr.Wieggers R/C Basic School
09.2012 - 02.2021
Teacher (Mathematics and Science)
Muoso D/A Junior High School
09.2004 - 08.2008
- Texas Educator Certificate, Texas, USA
- Licensed Professional Teacher, Ghana
Bachelor of Education - Special Education
University of Education
Teacher's Certificate 'A' - Elementary Education
Presbyterian Teacher Training College
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