Samantha Fronk
Temple,GA
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academic, emotional and social development. Specialize in accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience, professionalism and creating a positive environment in all educational settings.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Perkins Local Schools
08.2014 - 06.2018
- Taught multiple subjects to students with mild to moderate disabilities.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data with colleagues and parents.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success, growth in communication skills and improve in vocational skills.
- Conducted assessments to determine the individual needs of each student.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Collaborated and co-taught with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
Special Education Teacher
North Point Educational Service Center
06.2010 - 06.2014
- Taught a self-contained classroom with students with mild to moderate disabilities; leading activities that developed the students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication and increased parental involvement in their child's education.
- Created a community-based program for students with multiple disabilities in a local theater; focused on the improvement of life skills, communication skills and vocational skills (through instruction and work at job sites).
Paraprofessional
North Point Educational Service Center
08.2006 - 06.2010
- Worked one-on-one with students with moderate to severe disabilities.
- Created a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and co-workers.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Assist at job sites in the community in order to improve the students' vocational and daily living skills.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH12.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Speech And Hearing Science
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH06.2006
Skills
- Behavior Modification
- Small Group Instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Life Skills Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Trained in CPI
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Perkins Local Schools
08.2014 - 06.2018
Special Education Teacher
North Point Educational Service Center
06.2010 - 06.2014
Paraprofessional
North Point Educational Service Center
08.2006 - 06.2010
Master of Arts - Special Education
Bowling Green State University
Bachelor of Arts - Speech And Hearing Science
Ohio State University
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