Patricia Hawkins
Jackson,MI
Summary
I was a Special Education Teacher for Middle and High School students with a variety of disabilities for 36 years. Along with teaching, I coached middle school track and JV tennis, did job coaching for MRS, and was the cashier for our student led coffee shop. In my free time I enjoy decorating and arts and crafts.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Western Community School District
08.1997 - 06.2024
- Developed individualized education plans to address diverse student needs.
- Implemented instructional strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with parents and support staff to promote effective communication and progress tracking.
- Adapted teaching materials and methods for students with varying abilities and learning styles.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Job Coach for Special Needs Students
Dawn Reaume- Independent Contractor Through Michigan Rehab Services
06.2016 - 08.2022
- Provided 8 week small group job training sessions for special needs students who were not ready to work independently. Included with this job was writing weekly reports on the student's strengths and weaknesses.
Parking and Grandstand Attendant
City of Jackson
08.2012 - 08.2021
Middle School Special Education Teacher
Napoleon Community Schools
08.1989 - 06.1997
- Developed individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to student needs and learning goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Major-Cognitive Impairment
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MIMaster of Arts - Learning Disabilities
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI05-1995
Skills
- Retail Experience
- Organization
- Attention to Detail
- Written and Verbal Communication Skills
- Multitasking
- Computer Literacy
Timeline
Job Coach for Special Needs Students
Dawn Reaume- Independent Contractor Through Michigan Rehab Services
06.2016 - 08.2022
Parking and Grandstand Attendant
City of Jackson
08.2012 - 08.2021
Special Education Teacher
Western Community School District
08.1997 - 06.2024
Middle School Special Education Teacher
Napoleon Community Schools
08.1989 - 06.1997
Bachelor of Science - Major-Cognitive Impairment
Central Michigan University
Master of Arts - Learning Disabilities
Eastern Michigan University
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