Nicki Stone
Education
AUSTIN,Texas
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher with a track record of fostering positive learning environments and enhancing student support at Oklahoma City Public Schools. Skilled in IEP development and special education, combined with a calm demeanor and effective communication, I excel in providing individualized student assistance and achieving significant improvements in learning outcomes.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Desert Sands Unified School District
La Quinta, CA
08.2012 - 06.2019
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Paraprofessional
Lake Havasu Unified School District
Lake Havasu City, AZ
10.2009 - 11.2011
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
Special Education Teacher
Oklahoma City Public Schools
Oklahoma City, OK
08.1977 - 05.1999
- 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.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- 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.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Special Education
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK05.1977
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Patient
- IEP familiarity
- Special Education
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
- Small Group Instruction
- Emotional Support
- Teacher Support
- Special Education Support
1996: Teacher of the Year Andrew Johnson Elementary Oklahoma City, OK
1996 Teacher of the Year
Andrew Johnson Elementary
Oklahoma City, OK
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Desert Sands Unified School District
08.2012 - 06.2019
Paraprofessional
Lake Havasu Unified School District
10.2009 - 11.2011
Special Education Teacher
Oklahoma City Public Schools
08.1977 - 05.1999
Bachelor Of Science - Special Education
University of Central Oklahoma