To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
K-5 Special Education Teacher
Duval County Public Schools
08.2015 - Current
Developed and implemented IEPs for each special education student including goals tailored to the student’s individual needs and abilities
Provided direct special education services to students with disabilities
Collaborated with district personal for MRT and RtI meetings
Developed and implemented Positive Behavior Management plans for EBD and ODD students
Collaborate and communicate effectively with teachers and parents
Developed and implemented student-centered lessons in Language Arts and Math
Communicated with parents/guardians on their child’s progress
Devise and prepare daily lesson plans, materials, teaching aids and demonstrations to effectively convey critical concepts
Participated and contributed to the leadership team for the school
Manage and update school website
Serve as the school Technology Innovation Support
Facilitate professional development for faculty on topics including technology and accommodations
Administer state and district standardized test.
5th/4th/3rd Grade
Duval County Public Schools
08.2007 - 06.2015
Developed and implemented student-centered lessons in Reading, Language Arts, Writing, Math and Science
Communicated with parents/guardians on their child’s progress
Devise and prepare daily lesson plans, materials, teaching aids and demonstrations to effectively convey critical concepts
Administer state and district standardized test
Adapted lessons to meet educational needs by reviewing students’ backgrounds and learning needs through IEP’s and pre-assessments
Devised projects for individual investigation and small group collaboration suitable for students with a wide range of interests and achievement levels
Utilized the Math Investigations Model to stimulate and motivate students
Integrated technology across the curriculum
Communicated with parents/guardians through notes, phone calls, conferences, and weekly newsletters
Coordinated and organized field trips for third grade team
Devised projects for individual investigation and small group collaboration
Created teacher-made assessments and forms to collect student data to guide instruction
Participated in school events including talent show, school dances, and FCAT Information Night
Communicated with parents/guardians on their child’s progress
Devise and prepare daily lesson plans, materials, teaching aids and demonstrations to effectively convey critical concepts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Education - Elementary Education
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, Florida
01.2007
Associate of Arts -
Florida Community College of Jacksonville
Jacksonville, Florida
01.2005
Skills
Differentiated Instruction
Classroom Management
Individual Education Plans IEPs
Small Group Instruction
Collaborative Teamwork
Data Management
Inclusion Strategies
Parent Communication
Leadership skills
Public Speaking
Technology Integration
Community involvement
Certification
Florida Educator Certification, Elementary Education with ESOL and Reading Endorsement, K-12 Exceptional Student Education, 1057617, 06/30/2026
Timeline
K-5 Special Education Teacher
Duval County Public Schools
08.2015 - Current
5th/4th/3rd Grade
Duval County Public Schools
08.2007 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Arts in Education - Elementary Education
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