Natalie Spainhower
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Enthusiastic educator brings several years of experience in special education and autism programs. Passionate about child development and learning through play. Friendly, outgoing and adaptable in approach.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Beyond Autism
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Created individualized play based lessons and learning materials to accommodate diverse learning styles and promote skill acquisition and generalization.
- Work closely with school BCBA, SLP, OT and other service providers to align lessons with IEP goals.
- Participate in student assessments, IEP process and meetings.
- Lead a small staff of paraprofessionals, assign students and daily schedule to ensure optimal progress.
- Create a safe, nurturing and fun environment for students and staff.
Behavior Instructor
Beyond Autism
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Deliver lessons and activities that support IEP goals at school and in the community.
- Collect, graph and analyze data under supervision of BCBA.
- Work closely with speech, occupational and physical therapists to support student and continue therapy plan each school day.
- Utilize natural and contrived learning opportunities to support skill acquisition and generalization.
Paraeducator, Special Education
Paradise Valley Unified School District
08.2008 - 05.2019
- Adapted classroom activities, assignments and learning materials to support goals and reinforcing classroom objectives.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive learning environment by addressing behavioral issues promptly and following behavior plans.
- Encouraged student independence by teaching self-advocacy and emotional regulation skills.
- Assisted medically fragile, physically disabled, or developmentally delayed for the purpose of maintaining students' personal hygiene and immediate healthcare needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ12.2021
Skills
- Creative Problem Solving
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Behavior Management
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication
- Data Collection
- Principles of TEACCH
Timeline
Teacher
Beyond Autism
08.2021 - 12.2023
Behavior Instructor
Beyond Autism
01.2020 - 03.2021
Paraeducator, Special Education
Paradise Valley Unified School District
08.2008 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies
Arizona State University
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