Patrice A Miller
Biloxi
Summary
Dynamic Special Education professional with extensive experience in a variety of school districts, adept at developing tailored IEPs and employing differentiated instruction to enhance student success. Excelled in fostering parent-teacher communication and implementing positive behavior supports, significantly improving learning environments. Skilled in collaborative problem-solving and disability awareness, ensuring comprehensive support for diverse learners.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher, SCD
Harrison County School District
West Harrison Middle School, Gulfport, MS
08.2021 - 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.
- 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.
- 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 with significant cognitive disabilities, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Taught modified curriculum according to the Mississippi Alternate Academic Achievement Standards for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
Special Education Case Manager
Harrison County School District
West Harrison Middle School, Gulfport, MS
08.2021 - Current
- Led team of special education teachers, speech language pathologists, special education staff to improve teaching techniques, concerns, and needs of students.
- Evaluated person special education staff through classroom observation, feedback and recommendations.
- Collaborated with teachers to conduct behavioral assessments and intervention plans for students.
- Maintained contact with parents to address concerns and needs of children.
- Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs.
- Led and managed child study teams to develop interventions to support students academically and socially.
- Supported classroom teachers by providing resources, materials, and strategies tailored toward meeting the unique needs of diverse learners within inclusive settings.
- Managed caseloads effectively, ensuring timely evaluations, reevaluations, and annual reviews for all assigned students.
- Served as a liaison between school staff, outside agencies, and community organizations to coordinate resources and services for students with disabilities.
- Facilitated special education placement process in partnership with parents to provide free appropriate public education for eligible referrals.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to special education trends, policies, and procedures to stay current in the field.
Special Education Case Manager
Harrison County School District
North Gulfport Middle School, Gulfport, MS
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Led team of special education teachers, speech language pathologists, special education staff to improve teaching techniques, concerns, and needs of students.
- Evaluated person special education staff through classroom observation, feedback and recommendations.
- Collaborated with teachers to conduct behavioral assessments and intervention plans for students.
- Maintained contact with parents to address concerns and needs of children.
- Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs.
- Led and managed child study teams to develop interventions to support students academically and socially.
- Supported classroom teachers by providing resources, materials, and strategies tailored toward meeting the unique needs of diverse learners within inclusive settings.
- Managed caseloads effectively, ensuring timely evaluations, reevaluations, and annual reviews for all assigned students.
- Served as a liaison between school staff, outside agencies, and community organizations to coordinate resources and services for students with disabilities.
- Facilitated special education placement process in partnership with parents to provide free appropriate public education for eligible referrals.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to special education trends, policies, and procedures to stay current in the field.
Special Education Teacher, Science/Math Inclusion
Harrison County School District
North Gulfport Middle School , Gulfport, MS
08.2018 - 05.2021
- 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.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
Special Education Teacher, Science Inclusion
Quitman County School District
Madison Shannon Palmer High School, Marks, MS
08.2012 - 05.2018
- 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.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
Special Education Resource Teacher
South Panola School District
Batesville, MS
08.2009 - 05.2012
- Coordinated with general education teachers to modify curriculum materials, ensuring accessibility for all learners in an inclusive setting.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and IEP objectives to ensure compliance with federal regulations and school district policies.
- Taught students in self-contained and resource environments.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction tailored to individual needs.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and creating a safe learning environment where they could thrive academically and emotionally.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Rust College
Holly Springs, MS04-1990
High School Diploma -
South Panola High School
Batesville, MS05-1986
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Individualized planning
- Positive behavior supports
- Classroom management
- Collaborative Problem-solving
- Individual education plans IEPs
- Disability awareness
- Math interventions
- Small group instruction
- Relationship building
- Parent-teacher communication
- Co-teaching experience
- Progress monitoring
- Special education law
- Team collaboration
Certification
- MS Standard A Teaching License
- Mild/Moderate Disabilities (K-12)
- Chemistry (7-12)
- Biology (7-12)
- General Science (7-12)
Timeline
Special Education Teacher, SCD
Harrison County School District
08.2021 - Current
Special Education Case Manager
Harrison County School District
08.2021 - Current
Special Education Case Manager
Harrison County School District
08.2019 - 05.2021
Special Education Teacher, Science/Math Inclusion
Harrison County School District
08.2018 - 05.2021
Special Education Teacher, Science Inclusion
Quitman County School District
08.2012 - 05.2018
Special Education Resource Teacher
South Panola School District
08.2009 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Rust College
High School Diploma -
South Panola High School