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Samuel Banks

Arlington,VA

Summary

Experienced Special Education Teacher with 3 years in Virginia public schools, specializing in differentiated instruction, IEP implementation, and behavior management.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Fairfax County Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
  • Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.

Special Education Teacher

Albemarle County Public Schools
08.2023 - 06.2024
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.

Special Education Teacher Assistant

Albemarle County Public Schools
08.2022 - 07.2023
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction accordingly to maximize academic achievement.
  • Maintained detailed records of student progress, attendance, behaviors, and IEP goals for effective communication with all staff involved in the educational process.
  • Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
12-2022

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Conflict resolution
  • Positive classroom environment
  • IEP documentation
  • Mathematics intervention

Languages

Russian
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Limited Working
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Fairfax County Public Schools
08.2024 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Albemarle County Public Schools
08.2023 - 06.2024

Special Education Teacher Assistant

Albemarle County Public Schools
08.2022 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

Old Dominion University
Samuel Banks