Michelle Hawes
Commerce
Summary
Experienced with developing and implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs. Utilizes effective behavior management techniques to create positive and inclusive classroom environment. Track record of collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support student success and development.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Commerce ISD
08.2021 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
Teacher - Substitute
Wolfe City ISD
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, promoting student growth and improvement.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Special Education Teacher
Garland ISD
08.2014 - 02.2020
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
Special Education Teacher
Dallas ISD
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Special Education Teacher
Corsicana ISD
08.2012 - 05.2013
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
Education
Elementary Education
East Texas A&M
Commerce, TX08-1990
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Develop Individual education plans ieps
- Small group instruction
- Parent communication
- Special education -Certifcation EC-12
- Trained in CPI
- Create Individualized Visual supports
- Develop Behavior Intervention Plans
Certification
- Elementary Educaton 1-6 all subjects - Lifetime
- Elementary Education 1-8 History - lifetime
- Special Education EC-12 - exp 4/2028
- ESL - exp 4/2028
- Gifted Talented 30 supplement
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Commerce ISD
08.2021 - Current
Teacher - Substitute
Wolfe City ISD
11.2020 - 05.2021
Special Education Teacher
Garland ISD
08.2014 - 02.2020
Special Education Teacher
Dallas ISD
08.2013 - 05.2014
Special Education Teacher
Corsicana ISD
08.2012 - 05.2013
Elementary Education
East Texas A&M
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