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Miranda Madesian

Bettendorf,Iowa

Summary

Experienced educator with specialized focus on early childhood special education. Strong collaboration skills ensure effective teamwork and flexibility with changing needs. Skilled in individualized education plans, classroom management, and fostering inclusive learning environments. Known for achieving results and adapting teaching strategies to support diverse learner needs.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Bettendorf Community School District
08.2021 - Current
  • Assess student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, adapting instruction accordingly to meet individual needs.
  • Implement data-driven instructional practices, resulting in improved student performance on GOLD assessments and increased mastery of key concepts.
  • Increase parent involvement in the learning process by maintaining open communication and providing regular updates on student progress.
  • Support inclusion efforts by differentiating instruction to meet the diverse needs of students with special needs.

Special Education Teacher

Grant Wood Elementary
09.2013 - 07.2021
  • Co-taught in a Kindergarten inclusive classroom.
  • Worked with Level II students in small groups and one-on-one on goal work.
  • Planned daily small group lessons based on the Iowa Core Standards.
  • Developed and manage individual IEPs for each Level II/III students.
  • Lead small group interventions for both general and special education students.
  • Worked and collaborated daily with up to 5 para-educators as well as 3 general education teachers.

Childcare Provider

Creative Beginnings Childcare Center
06.2009 - 09.2013
  • Worked with children ages 6 weeks to 5th grade.
  • Planned and initiated lessons for children in preschool classes.
  • Cared for children in infant and toddler rooms.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, Iowa
05.2013

Skills

  • FAST Bridge Assessment System
  • PBIS Team Member/AEA Team Member
  • Achieve IEP System
  • Panorama
  • Teaching Strategies GOLD
  • Inclusive teaching practices
  • Assistive technology integration

Timeline

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Bettendorf Community School District
08.2021 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Grant Wood Elementary
09.2013 - 07.2021

Childcare Provider

Creative Beginnings Childcare Center
06.2009 - 09.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

University of Northern Iowa

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