Sasha Herring
Belleville
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher with expertise in developing tailored Behavioral Intervention Plans and Individualized Education Plans. Proficient in behavior management and implementing effective instructional strategies to foster inclusive classroom environments. Known for collaboration and adaptability, delivering measurable results in tracking student progress through goal setting.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher (Resource Room)
Ypsilanti Community Schools
10.2020 - 12.2023
- Enhanced student success through individualized education plans (IEPs) compliance.
- Modified curriculum alongside teachers to support students with disabilities effectively.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Increased engagement using assistive technology tools for curriculum access.
- Monitored student progress through assessments, adjusting strategies for academic growth.
- Established home-school communication channels, updating parents on student performance regularly.
Before/After School Teacher
Ann Arbor YMCA
06.2017 - 03.2020
- Enhanced student creativity through engaging lesson plans fostering critical thinking.
- Facilitated teamwork and social skills via organized recreational activities.
- Trained new staff on effective classroom management techniques and program execution.
- Promoted safe play environments by closely monitoring children's activities.
- Created positive learning atmospheres using strategic behavior management techniques.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Special Education
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI05.2020
Skills
- Individual education plans (IEP`s)
- Small group instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Data management and tracking
- Team collaboration
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- De-escalation techniques
- Trained in CPI
- Behavior intervention plans
- Crisis prevention and intervention
- Proficient in Microsoft Word/Power Point/Excell
- Case management
- Classroom management
- CPR and first aid
- Crisis intervention
- Curriculum development
Accomplishments
Founded and served as head coach for the first Girls on the Run chapter at Erickson Elementary, providing mentorship and building strong connections with general and special education students through after-school programming. Ensuring equitable access to mentorship, exercise and community by creating an inclusive environment where all students participated together working towards a common goal.
Certification
- Special Education Certification
- Teaching Certification
- CPI Certification
- CPR and First Aid Certification
- Drivers License
Timeline
Special Education Teacher (Resource Room)
Ypsilanti Community Schools
10.2020 - 12.2023
Before/After School Teacher
Ann Arbor YMCA
06.2017 - 03.2020
Bachelor's Degree - Special Education
Eastern Michigan University