Nancy Scarborough-Black
Special Education Teacher
Pfafftown,NC
Summary
Special education professional experienced with developing and implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs. Skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Utilizes effective behavior management techniques to create positive and inclusive classroom environment. Track record of collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support student success and development.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Course of Study Teacher
Mt. Tabor High School
Winston-Salem, NC
08.2012 - Current
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Exceptional Children's Teacher
Mineral Springs Middle School
Winston-Salem, NC
08.2004 - 06.2012
- Designed and implemented individualized education plans for diverse learning needs within a self contained environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues in the development of mathematical lesson plans within an inclusion setting.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities related to special education trends and best practices, continually refining teaching methods for optimal results.
Special Education Teacher
College View Elementary School
Denver, CO
08.2000 - 06.2003
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN06-2000
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Wake Forest University
Winston-Salem, NC06-1995
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans IEP's
- Behavior intervention plans
- Life skills instruction
- Collaborative teamwork
- Small and large group instruction
- Parent communication
Certification
- Certified Professional Teacher - National Board for Professional Teaching Standards
Accomplishments
- Mentored new teachers
- Trained fellow teachers on the procedures for completing Individual Education Plans.
- Special Education Department chairperson.
- School Improvement Team member
Timeline
Occupational Course of Study Teacher
Mt. Tabor High School
08.2012 - Current
Exceptional Children's Teacher
Mineral Springs Middle School
08.2004 - 06.2012
Special Education Teacher
College View Elementary School
08.2000 - 06.2003
Master of Science - Special Education
University of Tennessee
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Wake Forest University