Rachel Bird
Madison
Summary
Adaptable professional with 10+ years of experience, aiming to leverage my skills to successfully continue my career as a Cross-Categorical Special Education Teacher in the Madison Metropolitan School District. Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements, and serves as the teacher of record for Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cross Categorical Special Education Teacher
Madison Metropolitan School District
08.2022 - Current
- Special Education Case Manager for students across grade levels, ranging from Kindergarten to 12th grade.
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Co-taught a variety of high school courses, and collaborated with the general education teachers to adapt instructional materials to meet varied learning styles.
- Implemented behavior management strategies in classroom settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support student learning.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage appropriate behaviors from students.
Administrative Assistant
McFarland High School
McFarland
11.2020 - 06.2022
- Provided administrative support to high school associate principals, tracked and documented attendance, truancy, and other behavioral issues, and coordinated graduation and academic awards ceremonies.
- Provided administrative support to high school counselors, a social worker, a program support teacher, and a school-to-career coordinator.
- Assisted students with needs related to mental health, course management, and preparing for post-secondary education.
- Coordinated annual graduation ceremony, and scholarship recognition night.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON
Madison, WI08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies, French and History
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-STEVENS POINT
Stevens Point, WI12.2009
Skills
- Literacy intervention
- Transition planning
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Bilingual proficiency in French and ASL
- Behavior management
- Instructional adaptation
- Student engagement strategies
- Advocacy for students
- Collaborative teaching
Timeline
Cross Categorical Special Education Teacher
Madison Metropolitan School District
08.2022 - Current
Administrative Assistant
McFarland High School
11.2020 - 06.2022
Master of Science - Special Education
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies, French and History
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-STEVENS POINT