Years of Combined Professional Experience
Misty Chapman
Educator and Advicate for Exceptional Students
Gainesville,GA
Summary
Energetic and passionate special educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects, including math, science, ELA, and social studies at the middle school level as well as literacy, social skills, and coping skills for emotional and behavioral self-management. Effective at keeping a classroom organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with a warm, positive, and safe educational environment.
Overview
16
16
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Specialized Instruction Teacher
Forsyth County Schools
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate behavior, and consistently implementing positive reinforcements and consequences as needed.
- Created and implemented lesson plans containing engaging and learning-focused activities to meet students' academic needs and to help students to explore concepts.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to gauge student learning and the acquisition of concepts while self-assessing teaching outcomes and informing future lesson planning.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Created a safe, structured, and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Guided students in their development of social skills, emotional regulation skills, and coping strategies to encourage appropriate behavior and increase future success.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Collaborated with other teachers/professionals and parents to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Forsyth County School System
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding while maintaining a positives attitude during daily interactions.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques and the documentation of outcomes, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Delivered personalized behavioral, social, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes and offered academic support through special accommodations and extra assistance.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
- Facilitated social skills development through targeted group activities, promoting positive peer relationships and increased self-confidence among special education students.
Substitute Teacher
Forsyth County School System
08.2016 - 07.2021
- Upheld classroom routines and expectations and followed teacher plans to support a continuous and consistent learning environment and to maintain schedules in teacher's absence.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities as needed.
- Provided support to students as warranted, providing appropriate accommodations and modifications to special eduction students based on their unique needs, in both inclusive and self-contained classrooms.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher based on excellent past performance.
Psychometrist
Chattahoochee Child Psychology
01.2010 - 12.2012
- Administered psychological evaluations to children and provided comprehensive reports of testing results to psychologist.
- Assisted psychologist in identifying psychological, emotional or behavioral issues and diagnosing disorders using appropriate assessment techniques and tools.
- Maintained ethical standards in psychological testing, safeguarding client privacy and confidentiality throughout the process, and adhering to standardized procedures to promote accurate, reliable, and valid results.
- Established strong rapport with clients, fostering a comfortable environment conducive to accurate test performance.
Psychometrist; Therapist
Pathways Transition Programs
10.2010 - 10.2011
- Administered psychological evaluations to children and provided comprehensive reports of testing results to psychologist.
- Administered assessments to adults to evaluate the presence of domestic violence, substance abuse, and the ability to parent and provided results to psychologist.
- Assisted psychologist in identifying psychological, emotional or behavioral issues and diagnosing disorders using appropriate assessment techniques and tools.
- Maintained ethical standards in psychological testing, safeguarding client privacy and confidentiality throughout the process, and adhering to standardized procedures to promote accurate, reliable, and valid results.
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust, open communication, and a comfortable environment for effective therapy sessions and accurate test performance during evaluations..
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care.
- Utilized evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions during therapeutic individual and group .therapy sessions.
Clinical Counseling Intern
The Tree House, Incorporated
01.2010 - 06.2010
- Provided individual and group outpatient therapy to children who had experienced trauma, child abuse, or domestic violence.
- Participated in clinical supervision, actively seeking feedback from supervisors to enhance therapeutic skills and improve client outcomes.
- Incorporated evidence-based counseling techniques, including cognitive-behavioral, client-centered, and play-therapy, and utilized trauma-informed principles when working with clients who had experienced significant adverse life events, fostering a safe and supportive environment for healing.
- Improved clients' overall well-being by incorporating mindfulness and relaxation techniques into therapy sessions.
Student Teacher
Brenau University, Department of Psychology
07.2009 - 06.2010
- Co-taught Research Methods and Psychology Lab at the undergraduate level, working collaboratively with faculty members.
- Assisted faculty with the planning of a new course focused on Child Maltreatment and Advocacy.
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment with immersive activities to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
Clinical Counseling Intern
New Hope Counseling
07.2009 - 06.2010
- Promoted client progress by implementing evidence-based counseling techniques in individual and group therapy sessions for substance abuse and domestic violence.
- Participated in clinical supervision, actively seeking feedback from supervisors to enhance therapeutic skills and improve client outcomes.
- Managed caseload effectively by prioritizing tasks based on urgency while maintaining required documentation standards.
- Contributed to a positive therapeutic environment by establishing rapport with clients and maintaining professional boundaries.
Clinical Counseling Intern
Brenau Center for Counseling & Psychological Services
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Provided culturally sensitive counseling services, demonstrating respect for diversity and individual differences among clients.
- Implemented motivational interviewing techniques to support clients' readiness for change and facilitate their commitment to treatment goals.
- Participated in clinical supervision, actively seeking feedback from supervisors to enhance therapeutic skills and improve client outcomes.
- Maintained detailed case notes, documenting client progress and ensuring adherence to ethical guidelines and confidentiality.
- Developed therapeutic treatment plans, setting attainable goals tailored to each client''s specific needs.
Educational Psychometrist/Testing Proctor
Georgia Gwinnett College Testing Center
05.2008 - 12.2008
- Facilitated educational testing while adhering to standardized procedures during all aspects of test administration.
- Enhanced test security by implementing strict proctoring procedures and maintaining a vigilant presence during exams.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability in response to unforeseen circumstances, ensuring minimal disruption to scheduled tests and maintaining an optimal testing environment for all students.
- Safeguarded sensitive information on student performance by adhering to strict confidentiality guidelines when handling exam results.
- Supported students with disabilities by making necessary accommodations to ensure equal access to tests and assessments.
- Fostered a positive testing atmosphere with professional demeanor, strong communication skills, and a calm approach during high-stress situations.
Education
Master in The Art of Teaching - Special Education
Georgia College And State University
Milledgeville, GA 04.2022 - 08.2023
Graduate Certification - Applied Behavior Analysis
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, Ohio 2011 - 2012
Master of Science - Clinical Counseling Psychology
Brenau University
Gainesville, GA 05.2008 - 07.2010
Skills
- Special Education
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Social Skills Development
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Lesson Planning
- Positive Learning Environment
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Differentiated & Data-Driven Instruction
- Counseling Experience
- Psychometry Experience
- Treatment Planning
- Crisis Intervention
- Individual & Group Therapy
- Psychological Assessment
Timeline
Specialized Instruction Teacher
Forsyth County Schools
07.2023 - 06.2024
Master in The Art of Teaching - Special Education
Georgia College And State University
04.2022 - 08.2023
Special Education Paraprofessional
Forsyth County School System
07.2021 - 07.2023
Substitute Teacher
Forsyth County School System
08.2016 - 07.2021
Graduate Certification - Applied Behavior Analysis
University of Cincinnati
2011 - 2012
Psychometrist; Therapist
Pathways Transition Programs
10.2010 - 10.2011
Psychometrist
Chattahoochee Child Psychology
01.2010 - 12.2012
Clinical Counseling Intern
The Tree House, Incorporated
01.2010 - 06.2010
Student Teacher
Brenau University, Department of Psychology
07.2009 - 06.2010
Clinical Counseling Intern
New Hope Counseling
07.2009 - 06.2010
Clinical Counseling Intern
Brenau Center for Counseling & Psychological Services
01.2009 - 01.2010
Educational Psychometrist/Testing Proctor
Georgia Gwinnett College Testing Center
05.2008 - 12.2008
Master of Science - Clinical Counseling Psychology
Brenau University
05.2008 - 07.2010
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