Molly Weglin
Mitchell,NE
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Compassionate Special Education Teacher with proven background in enhancing learning experiences for children with diverse needs. Skilled in creating adaptive teaching methods tailored to individual student requirements, fostering an inclusive classroom environment. Strengths include effective communication, behavioral management techniques, and developing interactive educational materials. Improved academic performance and social integration for students through innovative approaches and collaborative efforts with parents and professionals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Special Education Teacher
Morrill Elementary School
Morrill, Nebraska
08.2022 - Current
- Coordinated with teachers and staff to implement inclusive classroom strategies.
- Attended meetings with school personnel, outside agencies, parents and guardians regarding student progress or concerns.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress against IEP goals.
- Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies in order to maximize student learning outcomes.
- Utilized technology tools such as assistive devices when appropriate for individuals receiving special education services.
- Assisted in developing behavior management programs tailored to individual student's needs.
- Conducted assessments to identify areas of need for students requiring special education services.
- Worked collaboratively with other educators, administrators, parents and community members to meet student's educational needs.
- Created positive learning environments that promoted social-emotional growth as well as academic achievement.
- Provided guidance on accommodations needed for standardized testing.
- Collaborated with general education teachers on differentiated instruction strategies to meet the needs of all learners.
- Participated in professional development activities related to special education best practices.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted lesson plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with families to enhance student learning experiences.
- Utilized assistive technology to support student engagement and participation.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
Special Education Teacher
Gering High School
Gering, Nebraska
08.2018 - 05.2022
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to create inclusive classroom environments.
- Conducted assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction.
- Facilitated communication between parents and school staff regarding student development.
- Utilized assistive technology to enhance learning experiences for students.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Goshen County School District
Torrington, WY
08.2012 - 05.2018
- Implemented educational activities to engage students in various subjects.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching styles as needed.
- Monitored classrooms, ensuring that all students were safe and adhering to school rules.
- Provided feedback to teachers on student behavior and performance in the classroom.
- Assisted with classroom instruction, following lesson plans and providing additional support to students.
- Established positive relationships with administrators, teachers and parents.
- Enforced school policies regarding discipline, attendance, dress code.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
Sales Associate
Staples
Scottsbluff, Nebraska
07.2010 - 05.2011
- Assisted customers in locating products and providing product information.
- Managed inventory levels and restocked shelves as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized store environment.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints with effective communication skills.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
Pharmacy Technician
Pamida Pharmacy
Torrington, WY
04.2007 - 05.2010
- Processed prescription orders accurately and efficiently for customer fulfillment.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing medications and compounding prescriptions.
- Managed inventory levels and restocked shelves regularly to ensure availability.
- Provided exceptional customer service by answering inquiries and resolving issues.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy workspace for safety compliance.
- Operated pharmacy software for prescription processing and patient record management.
- Trained new pharmacy staff on operational procedures and best practices.
- Prepared medications for dispensing by counting, pouring, labeling, and verifying doses.
- Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
- Performed data entry for patient profiles, billing information and prescription orders into the pharmacy software system.
- Checked expiration dates on medications to ensure that only unexpired products were dispensed.
Sales Associate
Pamida
Torrington, WY
10.2004 - 04.2007
- Assisted customers in locating products and providing product information.
- Managed inventory levels and restocked shelves as needed.
- Operated point-of-sale systems to complete customer transactions efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized store environment.
- Trained new employees on sales techniques and customer service standards.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints with effective communication skills.
- Provided feedback on product selection based on customer preferences and trends.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education Director
University of Nebraska At Kearney
Kearney, NE05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education & Special Education
Chadron State College
Chadron, NE05-2018
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education & Special Education
Eastern Wyoming College
Torrington05-2014
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Collaborative teaching strategies
- Assistive technology integration
- Classroom behavior management
- Student progress monitoring
- Communication skills
- Verbal/written communication
- Reliable and punctual
- Point of sale operation
- Goal oriented
- Sales expertise
- Multi-tasking strength
- Building rapport
- Meeting deadlines
- Customer service
- Energetic self-starter
- Stocking and receiving
- Retail store operations
- Problem-solving skills
- Positive and professional
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Lead Special Education Teacher
Morrill Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Gering High School
08.2018 - 05.2022
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Goshen County School District
08.2012 - 05.2018
Sales Associate
Staples
07.2010 - 05.2011
Pharmacy Technician
Pamida Pharmacy
04.2007 - 05.2010
Sales Associate
Pamida
10.2004 - 04.2007
Master of Arts - Special Education Director
University of Nebraska At Kearney
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education & Special Education
Chadron State College
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education & Special Education
Eastern Wyoming College