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Patricia Lynne Mayer

Asheville,NC

Summary

Special Education Teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments.

Proven track record in diverse public school settings. Strengths include building positive relationships with families and trust with students. Successful collaboration with co-teachers.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Asheville City Schools
Asheville, NC
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed individualized education plans to support diverse learning needs.
  • Collaborated with teachers and parents to implement effective behavioral strategies.
  • Adapted teaching materials to enhance student engagement and understanding.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted instructional methods accordingly.

Special Education Teacher

Buncombe County School District
Asheville, NC
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Boosted student engagement in mathematics by introducing problem-solving activities that connected concepts to real-world situations.
  • Advocated for rights and needs of students with special education requirements, ensuring access to appropriate resources and accommodations.
  • Collaborated with parents and other educators to develop comprehensive support plans, promoting student success.

Special Education Teacher

LAUSD
Los Angeles, CA
08.2019 - 06.2022

Education

No Degree - Reading Specislist Coursework

Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH

Bachelor of Science - Communications

University of Tennessee Knoxville
Knoxville, TN

Tennessee Teaching Licensure - Education

University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN
05.1988

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Individual education plans ieps

Small group instruction

Relationship building

Co-teaching experience

Lesson planning

Collaborative teamwork

Accomplishments

Awarded Asheville City School District Educator of Excellence

Special Education

October, 2025

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Asheville City Schools
08.2023 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Buncombe County School District
08.2022 - 06.2023

Special Education Teacher

LAUSD
08.2019 - 06.2022

No Degree - Reading Specislist Coursework

Cleveland State University

Bachelor of Science - Communications

University of Tennessee Knoxville

Tennessee Teaching Licensure - Education

University of Tennessee
Patricia Lynne Mayer