Sarah Fossum
Pleasant Grove
Summary
Compassionate professional in special education, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in developing individualized education programs (IEPs), behavioral management techniques, and adaptive learning strategies. Excel at communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring each student's unique needs are met and educational goals achieved.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Pleasant Grove High School
Pleasant Grove
08.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving with tailored recreation programs.
- Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
Special Education Teacher
Maeser Preparatory Academy
Orem
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education, Elementary Eduation
Western Governor's University
Salt Lake City, UT12-2019
Associate of Science - Pre-Nursing/Generals
Ricks College
Rexburg, ID12-1997
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Behavioral assessment
- Classroom management
- Instructional design
- Visual aids integration
- Parent communication
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Pleasant Grove High School
08.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Maeser Preparatory Academy
08.2020 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education, Elementary Eduation
Western Governor's University
Associate of Science - Pre-Nursing/Generals
Ricks College
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