Monica Seehawer
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Experienced educator with specialized background in supporting Deaf and Hard of Hearing students. Expertise in evaluating students with hearing loss, designing and implementing individualized educational plans, utilizing sign language, and fostering inclusive learning environments. Strong focus on collaboration, adaptability to changing needs, and achieving positive outcomes for students. Known for excellent communication skills, empathy, and reliability in delivering effective teaching strategies.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Teacher
Milwaukee Public Schools
08.2000 - Current
- Itinerant Teacher for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
- Diagnostic Teacher/Program Support for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing that completed initial evaluations and re-evaluations to determine if students with hearing loss need specially designed instruction
- Classroom teaching experience with Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students for students ages 3-21
- Member of leadership team that created a new small high school in Milwaukee Public Schools (Foster & Williams High School).
- Mentored Deaf and Hard of Hearing teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective teaching methods.
- Designed Individual Education Plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Promoted student self-advocacy and independence by teaching them essential life skills tailored to their needs.
- Created engaging lesson plans that incorporated a variety of subjects such as math, science, social studies, language arts, and physical education specifically adapted for Deaf or Hard of Hearing learners.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents, specialists, and support services to ensure comprehensive support for all students'' needs.
- Worked with general education teachers on strategies for working with Deaf and Hard of Hearing students in inclusive settings.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Facilitated a positive classroom environment by promoting respect, empathy, and understanding among students.
- Fostered a statewide DHH teacher support network to promote collaboration with fellow DHH teachers
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Itinerant Teacher
Special Education District Of Lake County
05.1998 - 06.2000
- Created and implemented Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students with hearing loss
- Increased overall student achievement by employing research-based instructional strategies designed to reach diverse learners.
- Supported students with hearing loss by implementing appropriate modifications and accommodations, ensuring their full access to the curriculum.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing timely feedback and adapting instructional approaches as needed.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected subjects and reinforced learning across multiple domains.
Education
Master of Science - Teaching
Cardinal Stritch University
Glendale, WI05-2005
Bachelor of Science - Special Education Deaf And Hard of Hearing
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05-1998
Skills
- Language development strategies
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Assessment administration
- Problem-solving
- IEP development
- Team collaboration
- Individualized education plans
- Deaf culture awareness
- Auditory training
- American Sign Language proficiency
- Professionalism
Certification
- Licensed Deaf and Hard of Hearing Educator
- Licensed English and a Second Language Educator
Languages
American Sign Language
Timeline
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Teacher
Milwaukee Public Schools
08.2000 - Current
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Itinerant Teacher
Special Education District Of Lake County
05.1998 - 06.2000
Master of Science - Teaching
Cardinal Stritch University
Bachelor of Science - Special Education Deaf And Hard of Hearing
Illinois State University
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