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Pamela Michal

Garland,TX

Summary

Elementary Resource Teacher with specialized skills in student needs assessment, individualized education program development, and data analysis to enhance learning outcomes. Strengths include understanding learning disabilities, conducting student evaluations, developing individualized education programs (IEPs), and collaborating with teachers and parents to implement effective strategies. Previous work has resulted in improved academic performance among students and enhanced collaboration between school professionals and families.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Resource/Inclusion Teacher

McKinney ISD
Garland, TX
07.2017 - Current
  • Provided individualized instruction to students with disabilities in order to meet their unique needs.
  • Actively participated in IEP meetings, providing input regarding appropriate goals and services for students with special needs.
  • Collaborated with general education teachers, counselors, administrators and parents to develop Individual Education Plans.
  • Implemented behavior interventions as needed in order to maintain a safe learning environment.
  • Developed lesson plans that included a variety of instructional strategies to engage all learners.
  • Engaged in ongoing collaboration with specialists from related disciplines such as speech and language pathologists and occupational therapists.
  • Communicated regularly with parents about their child's academic progress, behaviors and overall well-being at school.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance, including grades, attendance, discipline reports and other data required by the school district or state regulations.
  • Facilitated small group sessions focused on social skills development and emotional regulation.
  • Conducted assessments such as Functional Behavior Assessments and other related screenings.
  • Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
  • Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
  • Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
  • Maintained student records in accordance with district standards.

Resource/Inclusion Teacher

Garland ISD
Garland, TX
07.1998 - 05.2017
  • Provided individualized instruction to students with disabilities in order to meet their unique needs.
  • Assessed and monitored student progress, provided feedback and adjusted instruction accordingly.
  • Actively participated in IEP meetings, providing input regarding appropriate goals and services for students with special needs.
  • Created an inclusive classroom climate through proactive activities designed to promote acceptance and respect among peers.
  • Collaborated with general education teachers, counselors, administrators and parents to develop Individual Education Plans.
  • Developed lesson plans that included a variety of instructional strategies to engage all learners.
  • Engaged in ongoing collaboration with specialists from related disciplines such as speech and language pathologists and occupational therapists.
  • Communicated regularly with parents about their child's academic progress, behaviors and overall well-being at school.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance, including grades, attendance, discipline reports and other data required by the school district or state regulations.
  • Facilitated small group sessions focused on social skills development and emotional regulation.
  • Advised colleagues on effective approaches for working with diverse learners in the classroom setting.
  • Monitored the implementation of accommodations for students with IEPs according to district guidelines.
  • Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
  • Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
  • Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
  • Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.

Education

Master of Science - School Counseling

Amberton University
Dallas, Tx
05-2012

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of North Texas
Denton, Tx
12-1995

Associate of Arts -

Richland College
Dallas, Tx
08-1993

Skills

  • Individualized instruction
  • IEP development
  • Behavior intervention
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Progress monitoring
  • Collaboration skills
  • Data analysis
  • Emotional regulation
  • Classroom management
  • Parent communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Student records management

Accomplishments

  • 2018 Campus Teacher of the Year
  • 2005 Campus Teacher of the Year

Certification

  • Elementary Self Contained (Grades 1-8)
  • Generic Special Education (PK-12)
  • English as a Second Language (PK-12)
  • School Counselor (EC-12)
  • Advanced CPI Trained

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Resource/Inclusion Teacher

McKinney ISD
07.2017 - Current

Resource/Inclusion Teacher

Garland ISD
07.1998 - 05.2017

Master of Science - School Counseling

Amberton University

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of North Texas

Associate of Arts -

Richland College

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