Shannon Barnard
Kingwood
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher with a strong commitment to supporting diverse learners. Skilled in designing and implementing individualized, hands-on instruction aligned with IEP goals to promote student growth and independence. Experienced in creating inclusive learning environments, adapting curriculum, and using data-driven strategies to enhance achievement. Known for strong classroom management, collaboration, and building positive relationships with students, families, and staff.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher (Resource, Self-Contained, Medically Fragile)
New Caney Independent School District
08.2019 - Current
- Delivered specialized instruction in self-contained, medically fragile, and resource classrooms to meet diverse student needs
- Currently serve as the English and Math resource teacher supporting students across all four grade levels
- Develop and implement IEP goals, accommodations, and modifications tailored to individual student needs
- Utilize data-driven instruction to monitor progress and adjust interventions for maximum student growth
- Partnered with general education teachers to facilitate inclusion and enhance curriculum access for students with disabilities
- Established structured, supportive learning environments that fostered student independence and skill development
- Maintain consistent communication with families and multidisciplinary teams to support student success
Special Education Life Skills Teacher
Humble Independent School District
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Designed differentiated lessons aligned with individual IEP goals
- Assessed student progress and developed individualized learning plans
- Delivered instruction in self-contained classroom, enhancing students' functional academics and life skills
- Created structured, supportive classroom environments that promoted student independence
- Established strong partnerships with families to foster student growth
Special Education Inclusion Teacher
Aldine Independent School District
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Co-taught in general education classrooms, implementing inclusive instructional strategies to enhance student engagement
- Adapted curriculum and provided accommodations to ensure equitable access and promote student success
- Designed differentiated lessons to meet a wide range of learning needs
- Collaborated with co-teachers and grade-level teams to align instruction with standards
- Conducted formal and informal assessments to inform instructional decisions and tailor support for diverse learning needs
Education
Alternative Teacher Certification -
Lone Star College
Kingwood, TX01-2014
Bachelor of Science - Consumer Science and Merchandising
University of Houston
Houston, TX01-2004
Skills
- IEP Development
- Implementation
- Progress Monitoring
- ARD Committee Participation
- Compliance
- Differentiated Instruction
- Curriculum Adaptation
- Inclusion Strategies
- Co-Teaching Strategies
- Resource Classroom Experience
- Self-Contained Classroom Experience
- Medically Fragile Classroom Experience
- Behavior Management
- Intervention Strategies
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Student Assessment
- Goal Tracking
- Collaboration
- Parent Communication
- Family Engagement
- Classroom Organization
- Structured Learning Environments
- Assistive Technology
- Instructional Technology Tools
- Small Group Instruction
- Targeted Interventions
- Special Education Compliance
- Documentation
Professional Development
- Region 13 Education Service Center, Autism 101: Key Foundations, Classroom Organization for Students with ASD, Social Skills Interventions for Individuals with ASD
- Region 4 Education Service Center & Aldine ISD Training, Argument-Driven Inquiry (Science), Dyslexia & Special Populations Accommodations, TELPAS Training (6 hours), ARK (Adults Relating to Kids) - 20 hours, Mental Health Awareness & Recognition, Special Education Routines, Procedures & Autism Training, Summer Technology Camp (20 hours): Creating classroom resources and SPED portfolios, Enhancing small group instruction, Data collection using Google Forms, Google Apps for Special Education
Timeline
Special Education Teacher (Resource, Self-Contained, Medically Fragile)
New Caney Independent School District
08.2019 - Current
Special Education Life Skills Teacher
Humble Independent School District
08.2017 - 06.2018
Special Education Inclusion Teacher
Aldine Independent School District
08.2015 - 05.2017
Alternative Teacher Certification -
Lone Star College
Bachelor of Science - Consumer Science and Merchandising
University of Houston