Phyllis Collins
Montgomery,Alabama
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher with a proven record in enhancing student learning outcomes through evidence-based instruction and individualized education plans. I have 25 years of experience working with special education students with diverse needs, assisting students in meeting academic goals and achieving credits toward graduating from high school.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Montgomery County Public Schools
08.1999 - 06.2026
- Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create inclusive classroom environments.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted teaching methods to support academic growth.
- Advocated for students' rights and resources within the educational system.
- 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.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Developed and executed behavioral intervention plans, leading to decrease in disruptive behaviors and increase in classroom participation.
- Fostered positive learning environment, reducing classroom disruptions through effective behavior management strategies.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Developed individualized education plans (IEPs) to meet diverse student needs.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Johnson Abernathy And Graetz High School
Montgomery, ALSkills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans (IEPs)
- Small group instruction
- Classroom organization
- Collaborative teaching
- Emotional support
- Student engagement
- Teaching strategies
- Mathematics instruction
- Collaborative teamwork
- Parent communication
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Montgomery County Public Schools
08.1999 - 06.2026
Master of Science - Special Education
Johnson Abernathy And Graetz High School