Morgan Sutton
Henderson,KY
Summary
Determined School Counselor with success in helping students achieve educational goals and personal well-being. Talented in meeting the objectives of the counseling program by providing preventive education, advocacy, mediation and counseling to students both in whole group as well as small group instruction. Sensitive to socioeconomic and cultural differences of students.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Henderson County Schools
06.2021 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Kindergarten Assistant
Henderson County Schools
02.2017 - 06.2019
- Assisted in maintaining a safe, nurturing environment that promoted curiosity, exploration, and growth for all students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with Kindergarten students under the guidance of lead teachers and support specialists.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill-building in literacy, numeracy, motor skills development, and social-emotional growth.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to develop and implement engaging lesson plans tailored to individual student needs.
Education
Master of Arts - School Counseling
University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY05-2026
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY05-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Murray State University
Murray, KY12-2018
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student advocacy
- Relationship building
- Small group instruction
- Collaborative teamwork
- Inclusion strategies
- Group and individual instruction
- Parent communication
- Social skills development
- Student support
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Multicultural competence
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Henderson County Schools
06.2021 - Current
Kindergarten Assistant
Henderson County Schools
02.2017 - 06.2019
Master of Arts - School Counseling
University of The Cumberlands
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of The Cumberlands
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Murray State University
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