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Sarah A. Svoma

Strum,WI

Summary

Experienced educator with a comprehensive background in supporting K-5 students in achieving literacy goals through tailored instruction and curricular accommodations. Developed and implemented individualized lesson plans while utilizing data-driven strategies for student assessment and intervention. Facilitated collaboration among educators and parents, ensuring effective communication and resource sharing to enhance student learning outcomes. Proven ability to manage a variety of educational needs, including special education services, contributing to improved student integration and engagement.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Elementary Special Education Teacher

School District of Eleva-Strum
Strum, WI
08.2022 - Current
  • Supported students in grades K-5 with general education coursework, including curricular accommodations and study skills.
  • Served as case manager for students with diverse special education needs, including learning and behavioral disabilities.
  • Implemented behavior management techniques to ensure a safe and productive learning environment.
  • Created individualized lesson plans and delivered specialized instruction based on specific student needs.
  • Facilitated integration of students with special needs into mainstream classrooms through tailored placements.
  • Conducted small group interventions targeting specific skill development for struggling students.
  • Analyzed student data to prescribe appropriate remediation and enrichment strategies.
  • Acted as resource for colleagues seeking effective teaching methods for special education.

Special Education Teacher

Gilmanton School District
Gilmanton, WI
08.2018 - 07.2022
  • Assisted students with special education needs across grades K-12 with general education coursework, providing modifications and accommodations.
  • Developed and adapted a curriculum for courses in English, Math, and Transition skills based on specific student needs.
  • Oversaw case management and communication between parents, teachers, and students for all students with special education needs within the district.
  • Administered reading, math, and behavioral assessments, collected and interpreted data, and set up and provided interventions to enhance learning outcomes for all students.

Special Education Teacher-LD

Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District
Chippewa Falls, WI
08.2012 - 06.2018
  • Supported students with IEPs in general education and co-taught courses at Chippewa Falls High School.
  • Collaborated with others to create and deliver a modified curriculum to students in a variety of subjects that was aligned with Common Core Standards.
  • Led the Special Education Department's curriculum alignment with state standards for grades six to twelve as the Curriculum Department Chair.
  • Managed cases for diverse special education needs including learning disabilities, emotional disturbances, and autism.
  • Collaborated with Science Department to develop common formative and summative assessments for students with disabilities.
  • Coached junior varsity girls’ softball from 2013 to 2017.
  • Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.

Special Education Teacher-EBD

River Falls School District
River Falls, WI
08.2010 - 06.2012
  • Created tailored curriculum for students with IEPs in EBD program at River Falls High School.
  • Collaborated on Individualized Education Plans, Behavior Plans, and Functional Behavioral Assessments.
  • Coached junior varsity girls' softball in spring 2011 and 2012.
  • Maintained effective communication with parents, social workers, and mental health professionals.
  • Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
  • Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
  • Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.

Special Education Teacher

MCPASD
Middleton, WI
08.2009 - 06.2010
  • I taught high school students with IEPs in an alternative credit recovery program.
  • Developed a curriculum for English, Science, Health, Math, and Independent Living Skills, tailored to student interests and needs.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop, implement, and assess behavior interventions and Individualized Education Plans.
  • Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
  • Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
  • Facilitated small group and individual activities focused on differentiated learning needs.
  • Coached Freshman Girls softball during spring 2010.

Graduate Assistant

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI
08.2008 - 06.2009
  • Facilitated grading of tests, papers, and assignments for professors, ensuring timely completion.
  • Developed syllabi, visual aids and other teaching materials.
  • Supported department faculty with administrative assistance, as well as curriculum and research support.
  • Conducted research to support faculty members in their teaching and research activities.
  • Provided class coverage during professors' absences to maintain educational continuity.
  • Evaluated research methodologies to support effective measurement of educational outcomes.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Broad Field Social Studies Education

University of Wisconsin Eau Claire (UWEC)
Eau Claire, WI
05.2006

Master of Arts - Master of Special Edcuation

University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI

Skills

  • Technical Experience: Software Development
  • Google Suite Proficiency
  • Online communication and LMS proficiency
  • Read 180, Sonday System, and LTRS trained
  • EL, UFLI, Wit & Wisdom, and ARC Reading Experience
  • Bridges, IM, Eureka, and CPM Math Experience
  • Curriculum and course materials development
  • Data-driven decision-making
  • Team leadership and meeting facilitation
  • PLC and Collaboration Experience
  • Differentiated instruction and intervention experience
  • Data and assessment analysis
  • Crisis intervention and behavior management
  • Collaborative Problem Solving (Greene)
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Nonviolent Crisis Prevention (CPI)
  • PBIS and intervention evaluation/escalation experience
  • Trauma-Sensitive Training/Trauma-Informed Care
  • Anxiety and other mental health disorders training

Certification

  • Professional Educator, 72/73-830, Emotional Behavioral Disabilities, MCEA & EAA
  • Professional Educator, 72/73-811, Specific Learning Disabilities, MCEA & EAA
  • Professional Educator, 73-701, Broadfield Social Studies, EAA
  • Professional Educator, 73-735, Political Science, EAA

References

  • Kaiah Peterson, Speech and Language Pathologist, Independence School District, kaiahpeterson@gmail.com, (952) 217-8032
  • Joy Wackwitz, Summer School Principal/Alternative School Educator, Chippewa Falls Middle School, wackwijj@chipfalls.org, (715) 723-5542 ext. 6411
  • Laura Bushendorf, Career and Technology Education Coordinator, Chippewa Falls High School, bushenla@chipfalls.org, (715) 726-2406 ext. 3016

Timeline

Elementary Special Education Teacher

School District of Eleva-Strum
08.2022 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Gilmanton School District
08.2018 - 07.2022

Special Education Teacher-LD

Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District
08.2012 - 06.2018

Special Education Teacher-EBD

River Falls School District
08.2010 - 06.2012

Special Education Teacher

MCPASD
08.2009 - 06.2010

Graduate Assistant

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
08.2008 - 06.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Broad Field Social Studies Education

University of Wisconsin Eau Claire (UWEC)

Master of Arts - Master of Special Edcuation

University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire

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