Sarah Prater
Stanardsville,VA
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher with a proven track record skilled in IEP implementation and data management. Expert in differentiated instruction and classroom management, fostering strong student connections to enhance engagement and progress. Committed to achieving educational goals through tailored lesson plans and effective parent communication.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Orange County Public Schools
07.2016 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Substitute Teacher
Greene County Public Schools
08.2009 - 05.2016
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2016
Skills
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Data collection and management
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Behavior modifications
- Progress evaluations
- Paraprofessional oversight
- Parent communication
Certification
MANDT Certified
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Orange County Public Schools
07.2016 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Greene County Public Schools
08.2009 - 05.2016
Master of Arts - Special Education
Liberty University
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