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Rebekah Schaeffer

Rebekah Schaeffer

Peachtree Corners,GA

Summary

Accomplished Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Gwinnett County Public Schools, adept in creating impactful IEPs and fostering significant academic and social growth. Skilled in differentiated instruction and collaborative teamwork, I excel in enhancing student success and engagement through innovative strategies and emotional support. Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Gwinnett County Public Schools
08.2009 - Current
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
  • Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
  • Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
  • Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
  • Provided emotional support to students and families.
  • Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
  • Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
  • Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.

Teacher

Calvary Chapel Christian School
10.2006 - 05.2009
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.

Tutor

Club Z! Tutoring
08.2002 - 05.2008
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success.
  • Led tutoring workshops for groups of students with related tutoring needs.
  • Conducted tutoring sessions at schools, homes and public spaces.

Education

BBA - Human Resources Management

Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA

Master of Arts - Mathematics Education

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
02.2017

Skills

  • Progress Evaluations
  • Material Selection
  • Individual Education Plans IEPs
  • Student Records Management
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Parent communications
  • Team Collaboration
  • Student Support
  • Community Resource Referrals
  • Behavior Intervention Plans
  • Disability assessment testing
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Classroom Management
  • Social integration
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Life Skills Instruction
  • Crisis Prevention and Intervention
  • Positive Role Model
  • National Education Association
  • Assessment administration
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Emotional Support
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Basic clerical knowledge
  • Data Collection
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Relationship Building
  • Social Skills Development
  • Instructional Strategies
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
  • Skills Development
  • Data Management
  • Motivating students

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Gwinnett County Public Schools
08.2009 - Current

Teacher

Calvary Chapel Christian School
10.2006 - 05.2009

Tutor

Club Z! Tutoring
08.2002 - 05.2008

BBA - Human Resources Management

Georgia State University

Master of Arts - Mathematics Education

Western Governors University

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