Pamela Collamer
Denton,Texas
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Denton ISD
09.1996 - 05.2020
- Increased parent involvement through the organization of workshops, conferences, and informational sessions on topics relevant to special education services.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2013
Skills
- Parent communications
- Differentiated Instruction
- Team Collaboration
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Curriculum Development
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- Relationship Building
- IEP development
- Mobility Assistance
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Instructional Strategies
- Co-teaching Experience
- Assessment administration
- Special Education
- Social Skills Development
- Elementary Education
- Motivating students
- Emotional Support
- Life Skills Instruction
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Denton ISD
09.1996 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
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