Sarah Berg
Harvard,IL
Summary
Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Harvard School Distict 50
Harvard , IL
08.2024 - Current
- Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
- Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Enhanced students' physical, behavioral and social skills through class activities.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
Substitute/Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Harvard Il District 50
Harvard, IL
04.2013 - 08.2024
- Create and implement lesson plans for instructional classes.
- Provide assistance to lead teacher in co-taught classes.
- Document and implement student testing as required.
- Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
- Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
- Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
- Supervised students during recess, break times and dismissal periods to prevent injuries and fights.
- Developed and enforced behavioral management plans.
Assistant Manager
Bopp's Bar and Grill
Harvard, IL
07.2008 - 09.2013
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
Groundwater Protection Specialist
McHenry County Health Department
Harvard, IL
05.2005 - 04.2013
- Reviewing and approving water well permit applications.
- Monitoring and obtaining data IEPA contamination sites.
- Water sampling for quality concerns.
- Providing educational presentations for staff and general public.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Working Towards Masters in Special Education
National Louis University
Chicago, IL06-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Science
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL05-2005
Associate of Science - General
McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, IL05-2002
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Instructional Technology
- Subject Matter Expertise
- Positive Reinforcement
- Lesson Planning
- Parent Communication
- Records Management
- Activity Planning
- Discussion Facilitation
Certification
- Retired Licensed Environmental Health Practitioner
- Substitute Teacher
- PEL Teacher Certification
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Harvard School Distict 50
08.2024 - Current
Substitute/Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Harvard Il District 50
04.2013 - 08.2024
Assistant Manager
Bopp's Bar and Grill
07.2008 - 09.2013
Groundwater Protection Specialist
McHenry County Health Department
05.2005 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Science
University of Illinois At Chicago
Associate of Science - General
McHenry County College
Bachelor of Arts - Working Towards Masters in Special Education
National Louis University
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