Rhonda Seals
Dallas,GA
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Clayton County Board of Education, adept in developing Individualized Education Plans and managing student behavior. Proven ability to enhance learning through assistive technology and foster strong parent communication. Committed to creating inclusive environments that promote student success and self-esteem.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation
Paulding County Board Of Education
Dallas, GA
10.2023 - Current
- Provided transportation services for participants when necessary using personal vehicle or public transportation methods.
- Coordinated daily transportation needs of students.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for students when necessary.
- Operated Special Education Equipment as needed.
- Scheduled drills and quarterly training for students.
Special Education Teacher
City Schools of Decatur
Decatur, Georgia
08.2017 - 10.2023
- Enhanced students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills through hands-on activities.
- Assisted Special Education students within a sensory environment.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
Lead Special Education Teacher
Clayton County Board of Education Child Tec
Morrow, Georgia
09.2011 - 06.2017
- Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Utilized technology tools such as assistive devices when appropriate for individuals receiving special education services.
- Serviced students with disabilities who required a traditional classroom setting with the assistance of a co-teacher.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
Teacher
Clayton County Board of Education
Jonesboro, GA
08.2005 - 06.2011
- Serviced students with disabilities who required minimal intervention with the assistance of an Occupational Therapist or Speech Therapist.
- Serviced students who spent most of their day in a regular classroom setting but required support based on their IEP.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
Education
Master of Science - Human Resources And Education
Mercer University
Macon, GA08-2011
Bachelor of Science - Education And Human Services
Mercer University
Macon, GA12-2007
Associate of Applied Science - Business And Education
Atlanta Technical College
Atlanta, GA06-2003
Skills
- Transportation coordination
- Assistive technology
- Special education documentation
- Behavior management
- Individualized education plans
- Team collaboration
- Parent communication
- Time management
- Crisis intervention
- Student assessment
Timeline
Transportation
Paulding County Board Of Education
10.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
City Schools of Decatur
08.2017 - 10.2023
Lead Special Education Teacher
Clayton County Board of Education Child Tec
09.2011 - 06.2017
Teacher
Clayton County Board of Education
08.2005 - 06.2011
Master of Science - Human Resources And Education
Mercer University
Bachelor of Science - Education And Human Services
Mercer University
Associate of Applied Science - Business And Education
Atlanta Technical College