Sarah Korte
Byron Center,MI
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher focused on building students' strengths and confidence. Committed to providing students with firm guidelines, structure, routines and dependability to foster social and academic growth. Leverages strong communication skills and patient nature to provide positive reinforcement in team-based, structured environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Central Montcalm Public Schools
Stanton, MI
06.2015 - Current
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Established positive relationships with students and their families.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
- Utilized technology resources such as online programs and assistive devices.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Served as an advocate for special education students within the school system.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
- Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
- Participated in adapted physical education activities with students to encourage overall health and instill positive routines.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
Basketball Coach
Montabella Community Schools
Blanchard, MI
02.2013 - 08.2021
- Conducted pre-season player assessments to evaluate skill level and physical condition.
- Developed and implemented practice plans, game strategies, and drills to improve team performance.
- Instructed players in proper techniques for shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, defense and offense.
- Monitored athletes' academic progress, ensuring they maintained satisfactory grades.
- Organized off-season conditioning programs focused on strength training and cardiovascular endurance.
- Motivated players to reach their maximum potential through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Coordinated team travel arrangements including hotels, transportation, meals.
- Facilitated post-game discussions with teams focusing on areas needing improvement or celebration of successes achieved.
- Encouraged athletes, fellow coaches and parents to engage in good sportsmanship with competitors.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Ball State University
Muncie, IN12-2018
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI05-2015
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Planning and Developing Individual Education Plans
- Relationship Building
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Small Group Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Developing and Implementing PBSP's
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Central Montcalm Public Schools
06.2015 - Current
Basketball Coach
Montabella Community Schools
02.2013 - 08.2021
Master of Arts - Special Education
Ball State University
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Central Michigan University
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