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Misty Dukes

Misty Dukes

Baxley ,GA

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated educator with extensive experience at Long County Board Of Education, specializing in special education. Proven ability to enhance student engagement through innovative teaching methods and technology integration. Strong advocate for inclusive practices, fostering meaningful relationships with families while effectively developing IEP goals. Committed to continuous improvement and collaboration within educational teams.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary School Teacher

Long County Board Of Education
Ludowici , GA
08.2007 - Current
  • I served as a special education co-teacher for a five-year tenure.
  • Contributed to the co-teaching team as the regular education instructor for a duration of five years.
  • Facilitated a self-contained educational environment tailored to special needs over a two-year period.
  • Delivered consistent instruction in a regular education setting for six years.
  • Cultivated a safe, supportive classroom environment, tailored to meet diverse student needs.
  • Designed and implemented specifically designed instruction to meet the needs of a diverse group of students.
  • Enhanced teaching methods through the integration of educational technology.
  • Utilized multiple sensory methods to enhance understanding among diverse learners.
  • Led IEP team collaboration to create effective educational objectives for students with disabilities.
  • - Developed innovative lesson plans, incorporating educational technology and sensory methods.
  • Facilitated small group activities to support individualized instruction.
  • Prepared, administered, and graded daily assignments and evaluations.
  • Tracked behavior patterns, and applied interventions promptly.
  • Developed meaningful relationships with parents to foster engagement in student learning.
  • Arranged grade-level field trips as a tool to provide students with real-world experiences.
  • - Collaborated with peers in learning communities to implement best educational practices.

Special Education Teacher

Mcintosh County School System
Darien, GA
08.2005 - 05.2007
  • Incorporated Smart Board technology and computers to enhance lesson delivery.
  • Developed strong connections with parents and students through multiple communication methods.
  • Advocated to ensure student inclusion within general education settings.
  • Facilitated growth in students' physical, behavioral, and social areas through structured classroom exercises.
  • Created engaging and interactive learning techniques customized for individual student needs.
  • Worked with educators and professionals to create instructional plans.
  • Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.

Education

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL
12-2012

Bachelor of Science - Interrelated Special Education P-12

Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA
05-2005

Skills

  • Special education
  • Mindset Trained
  • PBIS Team Member
  • Former PLC facilitator
  • Attended the Georgia Literacy Academy
  • Working on LETRS Training
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Inclusive Classroom Management
  • Educational Technology Integration
  • Family Engagement Strategies
  • IEP Development

Accomplishments

  • Smiley Elementary School Special Education Teacher of the year 2020.
  • Long County School System Special Education Teacher of the year 2020.
  • 2023 November/December Teacher of the Month
  • 2006 Rotary Club Teacher of the Month in Mcintosh County
  • 2006-2007 Co-teaching Team Selected to be on training video for the state of Georgia.

Timeline

Elementary School Teacher

Long County Board Of Education
08.2007 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Mcintosh County School System
08.2005 - 05.2007

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

Nova Southeastern University

Bachelor of Science - Interrelated Special Education P-12

Georgia Southern University

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