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Nicole Hawtree

Tucson,AZ

Summary

I am a well-rounded and compassionate individual seeking my first High School Special Education Teaching position. I have spent the last 20 years of my career assisting high school students and young adults transition from school into the next phase of their lives. I believe in fostering independence. I create a fun and caring environment where individuals can work towards their goals and thrive.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Adult Day Program Co-Director

Liberty Center for Language and Learning
Tucson, AZ
09.2008 - Current
  • Founded and co-directed the adult day program, developed high quality programming that focuses on daily living skills, community based instruction, and fostering independence
  • Responsible for hiring and supervising staff members, created a collaborative environment
  • Part of the person-centered planning team colaborated with members, families, DDD, residential programs, voc rehab and employment programs
  • Created goals with the member and the rest of the team, wrote quarterly progress reports
  • Fostered good relationships with members and their families

Education Assistant

Catalina Foothills High School
Tucson, AZ
07.2004 - 05.2008
  • Worked one-on-one with students in an inclusion program and provided in class support
  • Provided students with community based instruction while they participated in off campus internships
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies as directed by school staff.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Family Studies And Human Development

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
05-2007

Special Ed Mild-Moderate Teaching Program

Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ

Skills

  • Parent Communication
  • Social Skills Development
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Relationship Building
  • Community Resource Referrals
  • Life Skills Instruction
  • Team Collaboration
  • Transition planning

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Adult Day Program Co-Director

Liberty Center for Language and Learning
09.2008 - Current

Education Assistant

Catalina Foothills High School
07.2004 - 05.2008

Bachelor of Science - Family Studies And Human Development

University of Arizona

Special Ed Mild-Moderate Teaching Program

Pima Community College
Nicole Hawtree