Paige Penfield-Gray
Newcastle,WY
Summary
Experienced with curriculum development, student assessment, and instructional strategies vital for GED education. Utilizes differentiated teaching methods to address varied learning needs effectively. Knowledge of classroom management techniques and fostering positive student engagement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Weston County Children's Center
Newcastle, WY
08.2023 - Current
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Classroom Teacher
Weston County Children's Center
Newcastle, WY
06.2019 - 08.2023
- Developed and taught lesson plans aligning with Early Learning Standards as well as Creative Curriculum.
- Differentiated lesson plans and activities based on student's skill levels and needs.
- Developed and completed formal and informal assessments within the classroom to complete required assessments and drive lesson plan development.
- Established and enforced classroom rules and routines to help develop classroom management and positive peer interactions.
- Instructed large groups up to 18 and also provided individual support when needed.
- Collaborated with families, administrators, and intervention specialists to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Continued education through college courses, certifications, and trainings specific to early childhood.
Paraprofessional Aide
Newcastle Elementary School
Newcastle, WY
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in the classroom.
- Assisted classroom teacher during lesson plans and class activities.
- Prepared lesson materials and activities with classroom teacher.
- Reported on student's behavior, academics, and social interactions to families and related teachers.
- Instructed phonics lessons to large groups of 15 children.
- Monitored and documented behaviors, interventions, and goals related to current IEP.
- Reported student behavior or academics requiring intervention to instructor.
- Attended IEP meetings and participated in IEP development.
- Collaborated with classroom teacher to create plans for student's specific needs.
Classroom Teacher
Weston County Children's Center
Newcastle, WY
09.2014 - 08.2018
- Helped students develop self-help and life skills by teaching and assisting students with basic needs.
- Participated in IEP development.
- Developed and maintained relationships with families.
- Planned field trips, activities, and lesson plans based on several curriculums; Creative Curriculum, Zoo Phonics, and Handwriting Without Tears.
- Created monthly newsletters to communicate with families about month activities an events.
- Attended various trainings to stay current with research surrounding early childhood education.
- Administered formal and informal assessments to determine understanding of material taught.
- Utilized multiple teaching strategies within classroom.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY12-2025
Special Education Endorsement - Early Childhood Special Education
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Wyoming
Casper, WY05.2014
Early Childhood Endorsement - Early Childhood Education
University of Wyoming
Casper, WY05.2014
Skills
- Instructional Strategies
- Lesson Plan Development
- Classroom Management
- Family Involvement
- Differentiating Lesson Plans
- Organized
- Punctual
- Motivated
Certification
- CPR and First Aid Certified
- Handle with Care Certified
Timeline
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Weston County Children's Center
08.2023 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Weston County Children's Center
06.2019 - 08.2023
Paraprofessional Aide
Newcastle Elementary School
08.2018 - 05.2019
Classroom Teacher
Weston County Children's Center
09.2014 - 08.2018
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Wyoming
Special Education Endorsement - Early Childhood Special Education
University of Wyoming
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Wyoming
Early Childhood Endorsement - Early Childhood Education
University of Wyoming