Sarah Droegemeier
San Angelo,TX
Summary
I am a versatile and enthusiastic person. As a teacher, I provide my students the tools they need to be successful. I support each students individual capabilities and self-determination in pursuing their own dreams and desires in life as I prepare them for adulthood. I have a Bachelor's Degree in social work which leads me to teach to the whole person. I am excited to empower individuals with intellectual disabilities from Middle School all the way up through the transition to adulthood and beyond.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Lincoln Middle School
2021.08 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Worked with students with autism to increase life skills.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lincoln Middle School
2018.09 - 2021.05
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Supported faculty in implementing behavioral intervention plans to address challenging student behaviors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Angelo State University
San Angelo, TX05.2017
Skills
- IEP Development and Implementation
- Social and Life Skills Training
- Creating Visual Supports
- Differentiated Instruction
- Progress Evaluations
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Lincoln Middle School
2021.08 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lincoln Middle School
2018.09 - 2021.05
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Angelo State University
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