PAUL JEMWEL AGOR
Roxboro
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with over 13 years of experience in special needs instruction, classroom management, and innovative instructional techniques. Proven ability to foster inclusive learning environments that promote student engagement and success. Committed to leveraging expertise to contribute effectively in instructional or leadership roles within educational institutions, driving positive outcomes for students and educators. Passionate about implementing best practices that enhance educational experiences and support diverse learning needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School EC Teacher and EC Case Manager
Discovery Charter School
07.2025 - Current
- Fostered a positive learning environment that encouraged creativity and exploration.
- Adapted instruction to meet the unique needs of each learner, differentiating materials and teaching methods accordingly.
- Incorporated project-based learning experiences to encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills among students.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents through open communication, fostering a supportive learning environment at home and in the classroom.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
High School EC Teacher and EC Case Manager
Person High School
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Developed and implemented individualized lesson plans to meet diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student growth and development.
- Utilized assessments to track student progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Enhanced classroom management skills by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and establishing clear expectations.
- Utilized data-driven decision making to inform instructional practices and monitor progress toward learning goals.
7-10 EC Teacher and Case Manager
Durham Charter School
07.2022 - 10.2024
- Worked with trans-disciplinary team in planning and developing appropriate IEP goals.
- Supported instruction to individuals or small groups of students with special needs.
- Gathered data to measure student progress and determine learner needs.
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to foster supportive learning environments.
Special Education Teacher
Muwekma Ohlone Middle School
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Established and communicated clear objectives for all educational activities.
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Encouraged consistent classroom attendance and managed student behavior using constructive criticism.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
K-5 EC Resource Teacher
Ferguson-Easley Elementary
08.2016 - 06.2020
- Develop individual educational plans (IEPs) designed to promote students' educational, physical, or social development.
- Develop or implement strategies to meet the needs of students with a variety of disabilities.
- Encourage students to explore learning opportunities or persevere with challenging tasks to prepare them for later grades.
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
- Coordinate placement of students with special needs into mainstream classes.
- Confer with parents, guardians, teachers, counselors, or administrators to resolve students' behavioral or academic problems.
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
Advisor
Envision by Worldstrides
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Create a safe and stimulating learning environment for all scholars.
- Serve as a positive leader, mentor and role model for all program participants.
- Be knowledgeable of all policies and procedures and assist in their enforcement.
- Perform other duties as designated by the program leadership.
- Facilitated hands-on experiments to enhance students' understanding of complex scientific concepts.
Fifth Grade Teacher
Cumberland Road Elementary
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
- Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs.
- Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
- Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
Special Education Teacher
Maloh Central School
02.2013 - 08.2015
- Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, or other professionals to develop individual education plans (IEPs).
- Develop individual educational plans (IEPs) designed to promote students' educational, physical, or social development.
- Develop or implement strategies to meet the needs of students with a variety of disabilities.
- Advocated for resources and support services to enhance learning opportunities for students with special needs.
Substitute Teacher
Ramon Ponce De Leon Elementary School
09.2012 - 10.2012
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
- Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
Education
Autism Certification -
University of Massachusetts – Global
05.2022
Master of Arts in Teaching - Special Education
Southwestern University
10.2015
Bachelor of Elementary Education - Special Education
Negros Oriental State University
04.2010
Skills
- Special education expertise
- Parent-teacher communication
- Individualized education programs
- Positive reinforcement
- Progress monitoring
- Teamwork and collaboration
- American Sign Language
- Autism spectrum awareness
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum development
- Differentiated instruction
- Computer Skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher & Google, Adobe)
Certification
- NC Exceptional Children: General Curriculum (K-12)
- NC Exceptional Children: Adapted Curriculum (K-12)
- Elementary Education (K-6)
Timeline
High School EC Teacher and EC Case Manager
Discovery Charter School
07.2025 - Current
High School EC Teacher and EC Case Manager
Person High School
10.2024 - 06.2025
7-10 EC Teacher and Case Manager
Durham Charter School
07.2022 - 10.2024
Special Education Teacher
Muwekma Ohlone Middle School
08.2020 - 06.2022
Advisor
Envision by Worldstrides
06.2019 - 08.2019
K-5 EC Resource Teacher
Ferguson-Easley Elementary
08.2016 - 06.2020
Fifth Grade Teacher
Cumberland Road Elementary
08.2015 - 06.2016
Special Education Teacher
Maloh Central School
02.2013 - 08.2015
Substitute Teacher
Ramon Ponce De Leon Elementary School
09.2012 - 10.2012
Master of Arts in Teaching - Special Education
Southwestern University
Bachelor of Elementary Education - Special Education
Negros Oriental State University
Autism Certification -
University of Massachusetts – Global
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