Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Live Desk Support
ERGOS Technology Partners
07.2023 - Current
Enhanced team productivity by collaborating with colleagues to resolve complex support cases.
Handled sensitive data with utmost care, adhering strictly to company policies governing data privacy and security.
IRR Lead Teacher
Dunleith Elementary School
07.2017 - 05.2021
Modify curriculum and teaching style to accommodate diverse learners
Develop individualized education programs for students in accordance with psychological evaluations
Encourage interactive and engaging discussions in a respectful environment to optimize learning experience
Assess student performance levels in relation to IEP goals and objectives
Create detailed quarterly progress reports
Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
IRR Science Teacher
East Paulding High School
07.2011 - 05.2017
Co-Teacher for Biology, Physical Science, and Forensic Science
Designed various plans to cater students based on their unique learning styles
Accommodated learners with special needs with accommodations as outlined by their IEP
Differentiated assignments for students with special needs, and incorporated specifically designed instruction for caseload students
Recorded students' progress and regularly communicated with parents and legal guardians on students' performance
Maintained a positive and respectful learning environment by enforcing classroom rules
Developed and implemented assessment tools to track student progress, identifying areas of improvement and adjusting instruction accordingly.
Education
B.S. Health & Physical Education -
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, Georgia
01.2010
Skills
Teaching
Curriculum Planning
Classroom Management
IEP Development
Behavior Modifications
Data Management
Differentiated Instruction
GPSC Content Areas
SP ED Gen. Curriculum (P-12)
SP ED Social Science (P-5,4-8)
SP ED Science (P-5,4-8,6-12)
SP ED Reading (P-5,4-8)
SP ED Math (P-5,4-8)
SP ED ELA (P-5,4-8)
Science (6-12)
HPE (P-12)
Certifications Awards
Marietta "Hero" Award 2019
2013 Region 7 "Coach of the Year" (Varsity Volleyball)