Ridge Gerads
Blaine,MN
Summary
Special Education Teacher who is a team player with strong organizational skills. Capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Empathetic listener with excellent communication skills to ensure my students and colleagues feel heard. Determined to motivate students to become lifelong learners.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
North Lakes Academy
09.2022 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals
- Developed and implemented a transition program focusing on employment skills, self-determination, daily living, and recreational activities.
- Completed intensive leadership training and provided training to colleagues on applied behavior analysis.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Organized instruction material, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas
Assistant Coach Women's Hockey
Bethel University
09.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented training drills to improve team cohesiveness and performance.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Advised head coach on discipline, performance, and other decision-making areas.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
Craftsman / Secretary
Ultimate Cabinetry
06.2017 - Current
- Provided excellent customer service
- Manage invoices and credit card statements
- Build custom cabinets for the customer
- Work with the customer to build their dream cabinets
- Cut materials according to specifications in preparation for installation.
- Kept tools, equipment and work areas properly maintained.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Bethel University
05.2022
Skills
- Motivating Students
- Special Education Teacher
- Team Collaboration
- Patient and Adaptive
Affiliations
- Bethel Men's Hockey Goalie from 2018 to 2022
- Volunteered as a Side by Side to kids with a wide variety of disabilities in the Kids Ministry at Eagle Brook Church from 2018 to 2022
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
North Lakes Academy
09.2022 - Current
Assistant Coach Women's Hockey
Bethel University
09.2022 - Current
Craftsman / Secretary
Ultimate Cabinetry
06.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Bethel University
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