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Pamela Gardner

Troy,AL

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

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Seminole County Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
  • Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.

Special Education Teacher

Troy City Schools
08.2022 - 05.2024
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
  • 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.
  • Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
  • Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.

Special Education Teacher

Pike County Schools
08.1999 - 05.2022
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Special Education K-12

Troy University
Troy, AL
12.1998

Skills

  • Instructional Strategies
  • Student Records Management
  • Behavior Modifications
  • Learning Style Assessments

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Seminole County Elementary School
08.2024 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Troy City Schools
08.2022 - 05.2024

Special Education Teacher

Pike County Schools
08.1999 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Special Education K-12

Troy University

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