Rhonda Parson
Russellville,AR
Summary
Dedicated special education teacher with over 15 years of experience in creating and implementing IEPs for diverse learners. Known for adaptability and effective communication, leading to significant improvements in student engagement and understanding.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School English Teacher
Dover Public Schools
Dover, AR
08.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans that aligned with curriculum standards and fostered student interest in literature.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and improve student comprehension.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects that integrated English language arts with other subjects.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing consequences when necessary.
Middle School Special Education Teacher
Dover Public Schools
Dover, AR
08.2008 - 05.2024
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Experience in creating, implementing, and monitoring IEPs for diverse learners, showing measurable improvements in student performance.
- Created tailored lesson plans to meet individual student needs and learning styles.
- Adapted Skills in adapting general education curricula to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs, ensuring all students can access the material.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR08-2009
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education (PK-4)
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR08-2005
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational growth
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
Certification
- Licensed-Middle School English Teacher
- Licensed-Special Ed Inst Specialist
- Licensed-Early Childhood Education
- All licenses are valid thru December 31, 2026
Timeline
Middle School English Teacher
Dover Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
Middle School Special Education Teacher
Dover Public Schools
08.2008 - 05.2024
Master of Science - Special Education
University of Central Arkansas
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education (PK-4)
Arkansas Tech University