Paula J. Sargent
Acworth,GA
Summary
Experienced educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.
Develop special education curriculum, tailor individualized education plans (IEPs) based on student assessment data, and identify appropriate learning techniques
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher(IRR, EBD, SC, Combined)
Cherokee Charter Academy
10.2016 - 05.2023
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
Interrelated Special Education Teacher
Cobb County Schools-Tritt/Shallowford Falls ES
03.2015 - 05.2016
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs for grades K-5.
Interrelated Special Education Teacher
Cherokee County Schools-Oak Grove ES
08.2008 - 05.2009
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
Interrelated Special Education Teacher
Cherokee County Schools-Oak Grove ES
02.2003 - 05.2007
- Responsible for individual education plans for students in Kindergarten through second grade
- Educated children with various impairments such as SDD, LD, OHI, MI, EBD and AUSD
- Modified Reading, Language Arts and Math curriculum to address the needs of students
- Implemented SRA Reading and Math as well as Guided Reading Programs
- Evaluated and Benchmarked student goals and objectives periodically
- Organized and developed annual IEPs as well as three year reevaluations
- Developed and implemented Social Skills program., Responsible for individual education plans for students in grades K-2
- Developed individual education plans to meet the needs of individual student needs
- Implemented behavioral lessons and strategies to accommodate individual needs
- Modified Reading, Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, and Science curriculum to address the needs of students
- Modified curriculum in all academic areas to meet the individual needs of students
- Modified tests to meet the changing needs of individual students.
Substitute Teacher
Cherokee County Schools
10.2002 - 01.2003
- Developed lesson plans for EIP/Title I due to long term teacher absence
- Implemented teacher plans for various elementary school levels during teacher absence.
- Maintained routine and structure in the absence of teacherk.
Substitute Teacher
New Hanover County Schools
08.2001 - 06.2002
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
EBD Special Education Teacher
College Park Elementary, New Hanover County School
08.1999 - 11.1999
- Responsible for individual education plans for students in third through fifth grade
- Developed individual education plans to meet the needs of individual student needs
- Implemented behavioral lessons and strategies to accommodate individual needs
- Modified Reading, Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, and Science curriculum to address the needs of students.
Special Education Teacher
Oregon School District
08.1997 - 05.1999
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Substitute Teacher
Oregon School District
03.1997 - 05.1997
- Implemented teacher plans for varius school levels
- Maintained routine and structure in the absence of teacher.
Special Education Teacher
Hartford Central School District
09.1995 - 01.1997
- Responsible for individual education plans for students in grades sixth through eighth
- Developed individual education plans to meet the needs of individual student needs
- Taught multiple subjects to students with varying disabilities.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
Education
Master of Science - General Special Education
Albany State University
Albany, NY05.1995
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
The College of Saint Rose
Albany, NY05.1990
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Adirondack Community College
Queensbury, NY05.1988
No Degree Earned - Elementary Education
Oneonta State University
Oneonta12.1986
Timeline
Special Education Teacher(IRR, EBD, SC, Combined)
Cherokee Charter Academy
10.2016 - 05.2023
Interrelated Special Education Teacher
Cobb County Schools-Tritt/Shallowford Falls ES
03.2015 - 05.2016
Interrelated Special Education Teacher
Cherokee County Schools-Oak Grove ES
08.2008 - 05.2009
Interrelated Special Education Teacher
Cherokee County Schools-Oak Grove ES
02.2003 - 05.2007
Substitute Teacher
Cherokee County Schools
10.2002 - 01.2003
Substitute Teacher
New Hanover County Schools
08.2001 - 06.2002
EBD Special Education Teacher
College Park Elementary, New Hanover County School
08.1999 - 11.1999
Special Education Teacher
Oregon School District
08.1997 - 05.1999
Substitute Teacher
Oregon School District
03.1997 - 05.1997
Special Education Teacher
Hartford Central School District
09.1995 - 01.1997
Master of Science - General Special Education
Albany State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
The College of Saint Rose
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Adirondack Community College
No Degree Earned - Elementary Education
Oneonta State University
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