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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, OH
12.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Speech And Hearing Science

Ohio State University
Columbus, OH
06.2006

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
Samantha Fronk