Phyllis Ford
Muscatine,IA
Summary
Professional with strong background in supporting special needs students. Skilled in individualized lesson planning, adaptive teaching techniques, and behavior management. Known for effective collaboration with educators, parents, and support staff to achieve educational goals. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring needs of each student are met with care and precision.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Black Hawk Area Special Education District, BHASED
08.2019 - Current
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, adapting instruction accordingly to meet individual needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, using data analysis tools to inform ongoing instructional planning and decision making.
Tutor, Special Needs Students
Moline School District
04.2025 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families, fostering open communication channels to address individual concerns and progress updates.
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Mediapolis Community School District
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Monitored student progress closely, intervening proactively when necessary to ensure steady growth and achievement of learning goals.
Lower Elementary Special Education Teacher
Louisa-Muscatine Schools
08.2016 - 06.2018
- Delivered one-on-one support for students facing challenges in specific areas, leading to significant enhancement in understanding of subject matter.
Education
Continue Education Credits - Early Childhood Special Education
Drake University
Des Moines, IAContinue Education Credits - Early Childhood Special Education
Morningside University
Sioux City, IAMaster of Science - Early Childhood Education
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, ILBachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Carbondale, ILSkills
- Executive functioning support
- Writing support
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive reinforcement
Timeline
Tutor, Special Needs Students
Moline School District
04.2025 - Current
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Black Hawk Area Special Education District, BHASED
08.2019 - Current
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Mediapolis Community School District
08.2017 - 06.2019
Lower Elementary Special Education Teacher
Louisa-Muscatine Schools
08.2016 - 06.2018
Continue Education Credits - Early Childhood Special Education
Drake University
Continue Education Credits - Early Childhood Special Education
Morningside University
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
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