Michela Arsenault
Tallahassee,FL
Summary
Versatile and dedicated pre-k teacher with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-K Teacher
Leon County Schools
10.2012 - Current
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Evaluated student progress through formative and summative assessments, utilizing data-driven methods to inform instructional decisions.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Participated in ongoing professional learning opportunities to remain current on best practices in early childhood education.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized support and success for all students.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Attended professional development workshops focused on special education best practices, staying current on new research and techniques in the field.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Implemented research-based interventions to address skill deficits in reading, math, and other academic subjects.
ESE Teacher
Diocese Of St. Petersburg
08.2011 - 06.2012
- Attended professional development workshops focused on special education best practices, staying current on new research and techniques in the field.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students struggling with specific academic or behavioral challenges.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FLSkills
- Early Childhood Development
- Conflict Resolution
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- Parent-Teacher Conferences
- Motivating students
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Parent Communication
- Visual supports
- Student Records Management
- Sensory integration strategies
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
Pre-K Teacher
Leon County Schools
10.2012 - Current
ESE Teacher
Diocese Of St. Petersburg
08.2011 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Florida State University