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Teacher of the Year 2021-2022
Certification
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RAVEN NUNNERY

Summit,MS

Summary

Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Teacher

NORTH PIKE MIDDLE SCHOOL
SUMMIT, MS
08.2018 - Current
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Created and managed 20 IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Collaborated with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop Individual Education Plans (IEP) through Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process
  • Implemented instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students
  • Worked cooperatively with classroom teachers and related service providers during weekly meetings to modify and differentiate regular curricula and assisted special education students in regular classes with assignments
  • Employed a variety of creative instructional techniques and project-based learning activities to meet needs and capabilities of each student's culturally and linguistic needs
  • Implemented individualized positive reinforcement plans for students' achievement
  • Consulted with classroom teachers regarding management of students' behavior according to IEP, and consulted district and outside resources regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students
  • Conducted ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing
  • Improved behaviors through modeling, role-playing and other effective strategies.
  • Developed intervention plans based on established guidelines and individual needs.

Math Interventionist

NORTH PIKE MIDDLE SCHOOL
, MS
08.2017 - 05.2018
    • Used data driven instruction to bring students skills to grade-level
    • Used identified research-based interventions focused on student needs
    • Collaborated with teachers, administration, and families regarding student progress
    • Provided tutoring and after school assistance to students requiring additional help with reading.
    • Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
    • Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
    • Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.

Substitute Teacher

North Pike School District
Summit, MS
08.2016 - 05.2017
    • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
    • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
    • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
    • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
    • Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
    • Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.

Facilitator

Summer Reading Camp
06.2020 - Current
    • Planned and provided high quality engaging small group reading support to children of various age groups who were having difficulties reading and comprehending material
    • Facilitated dialogue between participants, family and community leaders to provide best possible program and individualized program.
    • Fundraised for instructional materials and reading activities to foster positive and supportive environments for participants.
    • Delivered creative and engaging activities to promote reading

Education

Master of Science - Reading

ARKANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
Jonesboro, AR
08.2023

Teacher Certification -

Mississippi Alternate Pathway To Quality Teachers
Jackson, MS
08.2018

Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science

University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS
05.2016

Skills

  • Advocacy
  • Fundraising
  • Knowledge of Co-Teaching
  • Data analysis
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Student records management
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Organizational skills

Teacher of the Year 2021-2022

  • Student Motivation - Developed materials for after-school learning loss program to motivate students to read and increase literacy among middle school students.
  • Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
  • Technology Integration - Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
  • Dynamic Teaching Techniques - Instructed students in academic subjects using variety of techniques such as phonetics, multisensory, and project-based learning to reinforce learning.

Certification

[Mild/Moderate Disabilities] K-12-[2019-Current]

[Special Education] EC-12-[2021-Current]

Timeline

Facilitator

Summer Reading Camp
06.2020 - Current

Special Education Teacher

NORTH PIKE MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2018 - Current

Math Interventionist

NORTH PIKE MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2017 - 05.2018

Substitute Teacher

North Pike School District
08.2016 - 05.2017

Master of Science - Reading

ARKANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY

Teacher Certification -

Mississippi Alternate Pathway To Quality Teachers

Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science

University of Southern Mississippi

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