Pearlie Smith
Clinton,MS
Summary
As a Special Education Teacher, I love being able to adjust my teaching methods to fit the specific needs of each student. I make sure to focus on both academic and emotional growth, and I always strive to create interactive and fun lessons that work for everyone's learning style. I believe in keeping open communication, being patient, and using positive encouragement to work with my team and provide amazing educational resources that help our students succeed.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Ambition Preparatory Charter School
07.2019 - Current
- Help students improve their communication skills through fun group activities and exciting collaborative projects.
- Made sure to create a cheerful and welcoming environment for learning. Offered personalized assistance and adapted my teaching methods to cater to each student's unique learning style. Made customized IEPs for each student to help them succeed academically and grow.
- Established solid connections with caregivers and parents, keeping communication channels open to guarantee the advancement of students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Made our students feel more confident and encouraged them to participate by using positive feedback and customized teaching techniques.
Pre-School Teacher
Hinds County Human Resource Agency
08.2014 - 08.2018
- Maintained a classroom environment that was both safe and supportive for every student. I followed all relevant health and safety guidelines to achieve this goal.
- Built strong relationships with parents and caregivers by keeping them in the loop about their child's progress and addressing any concerns that come up promptly.
- Plan special activities for our scholars to make learning fun and bring everyone closer together! This could mean field trips to cool places, celebrating holidays and important events, or even inviting special guests to share their knowledge with us. We're always looking for ways to make our learning community feel like a family!
- Monitor students' work by observing them, using assessments, and meeting with their parents. This helps me ensure they're growing and developing in all areas of their education.
- Assisted and supervised 25 children throughout the entire school day.
- Enhanced student reading skills by implementing engaging literacy activities and utilizing age-appropriate books.
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist Supervisor
Hinds Behavioral Health Services
01.1999 - 03.2011
- Help patients recover better by creating personalized plans for their mental and emotional well-being.
- Improved patients'' quality of life with targeted interventions and support services.
- We did thorough evaluations to figure out the best ways to treat each patient.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for growth and healing.
- Empowered individuals with mental health challenges by teaching coping skills and self-management strategies.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient progress, ensuring accurate reporting for treatment planning purposes.
- Developed therapeutic relationships with patients, fostering trust and promoting adherence to treatment plans.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education Cross Categorical Teacher K-12
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS08.1993
Skills
- Material Selection
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
- Head Teacher Support
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating Students
- Parent Communication
- Differentiated Instruction
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Ambition Preparatory Charter School
07.2019 - Current
Pre-School Teacher
Hinds County Human Resource Agency
08.2014 - 08.2018
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist Supervisor
Hinds Behavioral Health Services
01.1999 - 03.2011
Master of Science - Special Education Cross Categorical Teacher K-12
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Mississippi College
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