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Riley Stires

Houston

Summary

To obtain a Life Skills Special Education Teacher role where I can apply my passion for differentiated instruction, behavior management, and student advocacy to help individuals with special needs build real-world skills, transition successfully to adulthood, and achieve meaningful life outcomes.

Professional with strong background in special education support and commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments. Expertise in adapting instructional materials, managing classroom behavior, and implementing individualized education plans. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, with reliable and flexible approach to meet changing needs. Skilled in communication, organization, and building positive relationships with students, parents, and staff.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teaching Assistant

Askew Elementary
04.2021 - Current
  • Provide educational support to children and assist them with their daily class assignments and well as helping them to achieve their set goals and promotional requirements.

Adoptions Counselor and Animal Caretaker

Citizens for Animal Protection
09.2017 - 02.2021
  • Provide care to all animals from intake to adoption, including the management and coordination, with clients, from facility to home.

Home Health Aide

Mr. And Mrs. Skinner
02.2019 - 06.2020
  • Provide support to Mr. and Mrs. Skinner in a meaningful way to add value to their lives.
  • I assist Mr. and Mrs. Skinner in their daily medical regiment which includes assisting with scheduled chemotherapy appointments.
  • I provide company, abetment with daily living and transportation, house and pet chores and attend to meal prep.

Education

Associate of Arts Degree -

Blinn College

Educational Studies Degree - undefined

Grand Canyon University
07.2023

Skills

  • Safety compliance awareness
  • Customized teaching strategies
  • Individual and small group training
  • Proficient in assistive technology
  • Emotional resilience
  • Crisis management skills
  • Active listening skills
  • Targeted academic instruction
  • Instruction in self-sufficiency skills
  • Behavioral support techniques
  • Certified CP/I professional
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Problem-solving skills

Timeline

Special Education Teaching Assistant

Askew Elementary
04.2021 - Current

Home Health Aide

Mr. And Mrs. Skinner
02.2019 - 06.2020

Adoptions Counselor and Animal Caretaker

Citizens for Animal Protection
09.2017 - 02.2021

Educational Studies Degree - undefined

Grand Canyon University

Associate of Arts Degree -

Blinn College