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Nichole Edwards
Special Education Teacher
Lithonia,GA
Summary
Versatile and dedicated Interrelated Special Education Teacher with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Interrelated Special Education Teacher
Dekalb County Schools
09.2015 - Current
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Collaborated closely with speech therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapists within interdisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive service delivery for students requiring additional support services.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, working collaboratively to support student success both inside and outside of the classroom.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
Pre-K Special Education Teacher
Dekalb County Schools
08.2006 - 07.2015
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
Education
Special Education Certification
University of St. Thomas
Houston, TXMaster of Arts - Counseling
Prairie View A & M University
Prairie View, TX12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Health
Prairie View A & M University
Prairie View, TX12.1999
Skills
- Emotional Support
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Data Collection
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Differentiated Instruction
- Special Education
- Grade Chair for Special Education(2022 to present)
- Grade Chair for 4th Grade(2022 to present)
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Professionalism
Certification
- SRT SP ED General Curriculum(P-12) [FLD798]- 7/01/20 to 6/30/25
- SRT SP ED Language Arts Cognitive Level(P-5,4-8) [FLD931]- 7/01/20 to 6/30/25
- SRT SP ED Social Science Cognitive Level (P-5, 4-8,6-12)[FLD942]- 7/01/20 to 6/30/25
- C Clearance Certificate [FLD694]- 7/01/20 to 6/30/25
Additional Information
Growing Reader Co-Hort 2021-2023
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority , Incorporated
Accomplishments
Grade Chair for Exceptional Education and 4th Grade for 2yrs .
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Affiliations
- A member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionTeam Building / Company RetreatsInterests
Timeline
Interrelated Special Education Teacher
Dekalb County Schools
09.2015 - Current
Pre-K Special Education Teacher
Dekalb County Schools
08.2006 - 07.2015
Special Education Certification
University of St. Thomas
Master of Arts - Counseling
Prairie View A & M University
Bachelor of Science - Health
Prairie View A & M University
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