Samantha Champion
Glendale
Summary
A dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher with over 10 years of experience, seeking a challenging role to apply my expertise in individualized instruction, behavior management, and collaborative team-building. Committed to fostering an inclusive environment and supporting students' academic and emotional growth.
Special education professional with proven track record of fostering inclusive learning environments and implementing effective instructional strategies. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and achieving positive educational outcomes, adaptable to changing classroom dynamics. Skilled in behavior management, curriculum development, and student advocacy, bringing reliability and flexibility to role.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Cedarburg School District
08.2014 - Current
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with diverse learning needs
- Utilize a variety of programs including AVMR, LLI, Shared Inquiry, Illustrative Mathematics, IXL, iReady, and MAP assessments to enhance learning and track progress
- Provide direct instruction in small group settings for students with disabilities, addressing their academic, social, and emotional needs
- Actively participate in emergency response teams and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) teams
- Serve as a Check-In Check-Out Coach, providing mentorship and behavior management support to students
- Developed and led a Student Ambassador program, fostering leadership and community involvement among students
- Collaborate with parents and school staff to create a supportive and effective learning environment
Special Education Teacher
Mequon-Thiensville School District
08.2012 - 08.2014
- Created and implemented individualized lesson plans for students with special needs across various grade levels
- Supported students in inclusive settings, ensuring they received the necessary accommodations and modifications for academic success
- Worked with various programs and tools such as AVMR, LLI, and IXL to support differentiated instruction and meet diverse learning needs
- Participated in school-wide PBIS initiatives, focusing on creating a positive and supportive learning atmosphere for all students
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective behavioral intervention plans and IEP goals
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Cardinal Stritch University
Fox Point, WI01.2012
Skills
- Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
- AVMR
- LLI
- Illustrative Mathematics
- IXL
- IReady Assessments
- MAP Assessments
- Collaborative Teamwork and Communication
- PBIS and Behavioral Management
- Check-In Check-Out Coaching
- Crisis Management and Emergency Response
- Student Leadership Development
- Differentiated Instruction
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans (IEPS)
- Small group instruction
- Relationship building
- Co-teaching experience
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative teamwork
- Data management
- Inclusion strategies
- Team collaboration
- Group and individual instruction
- Motivating students
- Parent communication
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Instructional strategies
- Behavior intervention plans
- Trained in CPI
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Literacy intervention
- Student support
- Curriculum adjustments
- Mathematics intervention
- Assessment administration
Certification
Special Education Teaching License, State of Wisconsin
Professional Attributes
- Collaborative: Able to work effectively in teams and build strong, supportive relationships with students, staff, and families.
- Honest & Trustworthy: Demonstrates integrity in all aspects of teaching and interactions with students, colleagues, and parents.
- Dedicated: Committed to the academic, social, and emotional growth of all students.
- Flexible: Able to adapt to changes in student needs and school environments while maintaining high standards of professionalism.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Cedarburg School District
08.2014 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Mequon-Thiensville School District
08.2012 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Cardinal Stritch University
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