Sarah Schiller
River Valley High School
Spring Green,WI
1
Certification
24
years of professional experience
Experienced special education professional specializing in inclusive classrooms and transition planning. Expertise includes relationship building, student engagement, and differentiated instruction to empower diverse learners. Holds licenses in general education and special education, with a strong emphasis on reading and English.
Work History
High School Special Education Teacher
10 Years 5 Months- Delivered differentiated instruction across multiple learning levels using individualized supports and modified assessments.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to implement inclusion strategies and classroom accommodations.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions based on data, performance trends, and behavioral observations.
- Developed compliant IEPs aligned with student needs, state standards, and classroom accommodations.
- Managed behavior support plans to strengthen engagement, self-regulation, and classroom readiness.
- Communicated with families and support teams to coordinate services, goals, and student progress.
- Supported social-emotional growth by incorporating SEL activities into daily routines, fostering a positive classroom climate conducive to learning.
- Improved student comprehension by implementing differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
- Empowered students with self-advocacy skills through targeted lessons on communication, problem-solving, and goal-setting techniques.
- Mentored new teachers in the Special Education department, sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective instructional methods.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
8th Grade Special Education Teacher
13 Years 5 Months- Delivered differentiated instruction to support varied learning styles and achievement levels.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions to improve academic growth.
- Collaborated with general education staff to implement classroom accommodations and modifications.
- Developed individualized education programs aligned with student needs and compliance requirements.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Conducted assessments to identify students' strengths and areas for improvement, informing instructional strategies.
Education
Master of Arts - Reading And Learning Disabilities
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Skills
IEP goal alignment
Social-emotional support
Inclusive teaching methods
Classroom management
Instructional strategies
Transition planning
Literacy development
Student engagement
Collaborative skills
Team collaboration
Relationship building
Relationship building
Certification
1952 Alternative Education
1316 Reading Teacher
1811 Specific Learning Disabilities
1088 Elementary/Middle Level
1859 Adaptive Education
1300 English
Timeline
High School Special Education Teacher
River Valley High School
06.2016 - CurrentRead More
8th Grade Special Education Teacher
Dodgeville Middle School
01.2003 - 06.2016Read More
Cardinal Stritch University
Master of Arts from Reading And Learning Disabilities
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University of Wisconsin, Platteville
Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education
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