PAULETTE LINTON
Spring,TX
Summary
Results-driven Special Education Teacher experienced in developing and implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for high school students. Delivered differentiated instruction in inclusive classrooms while collaborating with general education teachers to ensure appropriate accommodations and modifications. Fostered a safe and supportive learning environment by monitoring student progress and providing tailored support strategies that enhanced student engagement.
Overview
1
1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Spring Independent School District
Spring, Texas
09.2026 - Current
- Developed IEP plans for Spring high school students
- Delivered differentiated instruction in inclusive high school classrooms
- Monitored student progress through special education data logs
- Collaborated with general education teachers on accommodations and modifications
- Communicated with families about student goals and support services
- Implemented behavior interventions in KIPP Academy classrooms to enhance student engagement. in KIPP Academy learning environments
- Maintained special education records and compliance documentation
- Prepared instructional materials for diverse learner needs
- Modified curriculum materials to address individualized student needs.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-based lesson plans, promoting student confidence and academic growth.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
- Designed and delivered personalized learning for each student and advocated for student inclusion and success in general education environments.
- Offered counseling to students and parents to increase personal growth, self-understanding and behavioral management.
Special Education Teacher
KIPP Academy- Generations Collegiate High School
Houston, TX
02.2020 - 09.2023
- Facilitated development and review of IEPs, re-evaluations, MDRs, and admissions to address student needs.
- Oversaw individual student cases for grades 9 to 12, ensuring tailored support and resources.
- Assessed and documented students' educational needs to inform tailored support strategies.
- Supported students in science and math classes, enhancing understanding and engagement.
Shift Supervisor Manager
CVS Pharmacy
Houston, TX
01.2020 - 08.2019
- Established organized work schedules to optimize employee productivity.
- Oversaw daily operations and monitored on-duty employees for performance.
- Prioritize tasks within the store such as stock shelves and face merchandise
Transporter
Uber/Lyft
Houston, TX
08.2019 - 06.2016
- Managed classroom environment and promoted learning in the absence of full-time teaching staff
- Assisted with the development and implementation of educational and behavioral goals for special education students.
- Gathered and disseminated IEP Data collection for students under my care.
- Planned and provided appropriate individual and group learning goals and instruction.
Qualified Mental Retardation Professional
Mexia State Supported Living Center
Mexia, TX
12.2010 - 05.2011
- Acted as liaison between state and client or guardian
- Ensured that client had basic requirements for healthy living
- Provided documentation to support findings
- Participated in client-focused team meetings on behalf of the state
Sales Associate
John Eagle Honda
Houston, TX
04.2010 - 07.2010
- Greeted customers to identify preferences and requirements
- Demonstrated automobile features and accompanied the customer on test drive
- Explained warranties, rebates, and other buying incentives to assist in informed purchasing decisions
- Greeted customers and discerned customer wants and needs
Qualified Mental Retardation Professional
Education Community Living
Houston, TX
03.2008 - 09.2009
- Supervised staff across three group homes, ensuring quality care for 18 clients
- Managed two residential directors and 20 direct care staff, including hiring and terminating staff.
- Approved and monitored client support plans, ensuring effective care interventions
- Communicated with client families regarding any changes in support plan
- Responded to identified differences from state surveys
Substitute Teacher
Cypress-Fairbanks I.S.D.
Houston, TX
05.2007 - 09.2003
- Managed classroom environment and promoted learning in the absence of full-time teaching staff
- Managed classroom environment, fostering engagement and learning during teacher absence
- Planned and provided appropriate individual and group learning goals and instruction
- Collected and shared IEP data to support individualized educational planning for students
- Planned and delivered tailored individual and group learning objectives to meet diverse student needs
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social work
Prairie View A&M University
Prairie View, TXSkills
- Problem Solving Skills, Parent Engagement, eSPED proficiency, Teamwork, Communication, Work under pressure, Self-directed
- Data Management, MS Office 365 – MS Word, MS Powerpoint, MS Excel
- MS Powerpoint
- Problem Solving Skills
- Teamwork
- Team collaboration
- Classroom leadership
- Communication
- Relationship management
- Parent Engagement
- Self-directed
- Work under pressure
- IEP development
- Parent engagement
- Student Counseling
- Team collaboration
- IEP/BIP implementation
Certification
Standard Certification in special education and Health - EC-12
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Spring Independent School District
09.2026 - Current
Special Education Teacher
KIPP Academy- Generations Collegiate High School
02.2020 - 09.2023
Shift Supervisor Manager
CVS Pharmacy
01.2020 - 08.2019
Transporter
Uber/Lyft
08.2019 - 06.2016
Qualified Mental Retardation Professional
Mexia State Supported Living Center
12.2010 - 05.2011
Sales Associate
John Eagle Honda
04.2010 - 07.2010
Qualified Mental Retardation Professional
Education Community Living
03.2008 - 09.2009
Substitute Teacher
Cypress-Fairbanks I.S.D.
05.2007 - 09.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Social work
Prairie View A&M University