Pattye Hicks
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Organized Special Education Teacher successful at providing classroom and emotional structure for special needs children required to flourish in academic setting. Certified and licensed in Texas and recognized as highly qualified educator. Coordinates well with classroom teachers with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Fort Worth ISD
08.2020 - 08.2024
- 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.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Special Education Teacher
Uplift Education
08.2017 - 08.2020
- 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.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Social Worker
CASA
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
Director of Post Adoption Services
The Gladney Center For Adoption
08.1990 - 08.2016
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Established departmental performance goals and provided feedback for underperforming areas.
Education
Master of Arts - Family And Community Services
SWBTS
Fort Worth, TX05.1986
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS05.1983
Associate of Arts - General
Southwest Mississippi Junior College
Summit, MS05.1980
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Small Group Instruction
- Relationship Building
- Lesson Planning
- Group and individual instruction
- Motivating students
Certification
Special Education Certification -Grades EC-12
Social Studies Certification - Grades 4-8
English as a Second Language Certification - Grades EC-12
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Fort Worth ISD
08.2020 - 08.2024
Special Education Teacher
Uplift Education
08.2017 - 08.2020
Social Worker
CASA
08.2016 - 08.2017
Director of Post Adoption Services
The Gladney Center For Adoption
08.1990 - 08.2016
Master of Arts - Family And Community Services
SWBTS
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Mississippi State University
Associate of Arts - General
Southwest Mississippi Junior College
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