Ryan Pitts
Decatur,GA
Summary
Dynamic Interrelated Special Education Teacher at Dekalb County Schools, adept at fostering student engagement through differentiated instruction and emotional support. Skilled in IEP implementation and collaborative teaching, I successfully enhanced student comprehension and social skills, while building strong relationships with parents and colleagues to promote a positive learning environment.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interrelated Special Education Teacher
Dekalb County Schools
- Supported students during transition periods by providing guidance on goal-setting related to post-secondary education or vocational opportunities.
- Utilized various teaching methodologies and differentiated instruction strategies to cater to diverse learning styles, enhancing student engagement and comprehension.
- Participated in professional development opportunities focused on emerging trends in special education, incorporating innovative techniques into instructional practices as appropriate.
- Established a positive classroom environment that fostered mutual respect and open communication among students, promoting cooperation and conflict resolution skills.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lessons and activities, resulting in a more comprehensive understanding of subject matter for students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, working collaboratively to support student success both inside and outside of the classroom.
- Coordinated with special education staff to provide targeted interventions for struggling students, increasing their confidence and overall academic performance.
- Mentored new teachers in best practices for interrelated special education instruction, contributing to a higher quality educational experience for all students in the program.
- Organized extracurricular activities for students with disabilities, fostering social skills development and encouraging community involvement.
- Collaborated closely with speech therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapists within interdisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive service delivery for students requiring additional support services.
- Assessed student progress through ongoing evaluations and adapted lesson plans accordingly, ensuring continuous improvement in academic achievement levels.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences highlighting student achievements while identifying areas requiring further attention or intervention.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
Aftercare Teacher
Dekalb County Schools
Tucker, GA
08.2016 - 02.2022
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, fostering a collaborative environment for curriculum development and implementation.
- Contributed to after-school programs to enhance the overall educational experience of students beyond the classroom setting.
- Assisted in the organization of school events, boosting student engagement and fostering a sense of community within the school.
- Mentored new teachers to support their transition into the school community and promote professional growth.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and instructional strategies.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, ensuring that all necessary documentation was up-to-date and accessible for review as needed.
Delivery Courier
Uber/ DoorDash/ Lyft
Atlanta, GA
04.2015 - Current
- Followed company policies and procedures during shift.
- Developed strong relationships with customers through courteous service and proactive problem-solving abilities.
- Greeted recipients, delivered packages, and parcels and acquired proper signatures for all deliveries.
- Drove safely at all times to avoid accidents and harm.
- Safely loaded items into delivery vehicle to minimize damage while in transit.
- Ensured safe transportation of packages with careful handling and secure storage methods.
- Expedited urgent deliveries, prioritizing time-sensitive shipments to meet critical deadlines.
- Navigated complex urban environments swiftly, utilizing GPS technology and advanced planning techniques for efficient route management.
- Reduced customer complaints by providing timely updates and maintaining clear communication throughout the delivery process.
- Demonstrated a strong commitment to customer service excellence by maintaining a courteous demeanor in challenging situations and going above and beyond to ensure complete satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, promptly addressing any discrepancies or issues that arose.
- Conducted thorough vehicle inspections and maintenance checks, promoting safety on the road and minimizing downtime due to mechanical issues.
- Established lasting relationships with customers by delivering packages on time, interacting professionally, and responding promptly to questions.
- Maintained a clean driving record while navigating various traffic conditions efficiently, reducing fuel consumption expenses for the company.
Education
Associate Of Applied Business - Business Administration And Management
Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Clarkston, GASkills
- Math interventions
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Emotional support
- Collaborative teaching
- Social skills training
- Data collection
- Multisensory teaching
- Cultural sensitivity
- Student advocacy
- Assessment strategies
- Autism spectrum
- Transition planning
- Literacy strategies
- Instructional adaptations
- IEP implementation
- Individual education plans ieps
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Motivating students
- Relationship building
- Social skills development
- Lesson planning
- Parent communications
- Positive role model
- Trained in CPI
- Parent communication
- Behavior intervention plans
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Student support
- Small group instruction
- Instructional strategies
- Group and individual instruction
- Behavior modifications
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum adjustments
- De-escalation techniques
- Mobility assistance
- Crisis prevention and intervention
- Behavior modification
- Life skills instruction
- Skills development
Accomplishments
- Trained fellow teachers on the procedures for completing Individual Education Plans.
- Achieved Result by completing Task with accuracy and efficiency.
- Documented and resolved Issue which led to Results.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- Special Education Credential - State Department of Education.
- Positive Behavior Support Facilitator (PBSF) – Association for Positive Behavior Support.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) – American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- First Aid Certification – American Red Cross or National Safety Council.
- Early Childhood Special Education Certification (ECSEC) - State Department of Education.
Timeline
Aftercare Teacher
Dekalb County Schools
08.2016 - 02.2022
Delivery Courier
Uber/ DoorDash/ Lyft
04.2015 - Current
Interrelated Special Education Teacher
Dekalb County Schools
Associate Of Applied Business - Business Administration And Management
Georgia Piedmont Technical College