Shantrell Griffin-McMillian
Grosse Pointe Farms,Michigan
Summary
Experienced and compassionate Special Education Teacher with a proven background in enhancing learning experiences for children with diverse needs. Skilled in creating adaptive teaching methods tailored to individual student requirements, fostering an inclusive classroom environment. Strengths include effective communication, behavioral management techniques, and developing interactive educational materials. Improved academic performance and social integration for students through innovative approaches and collaborative efforts with parents and professionals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Grosse Pointe Public Schools
Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan
07.2005 - Current
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Utilized technology resources such as online programs and assistive devices.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district-wide assessments.
- Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
- Defined and communicated rules and enforced through approved disciplinary methods.
- Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
Education
Master of Arts - School Counseling
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI05-2009
Master of Science - Special Education
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI05-2007
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI05-2005
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Oakland Community College
Bloomfield Hills, MI05-2001
Skills
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Excellent classroom management
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Motivating students
- Instructional adaptation
- Assessment administration
- Parent communication
- Social skills development
- Non-violent crisis intervention
Certification
STATE OF MICHIGAN, State Board of Education, Department of Education, PROFESSIONAL TEACHING CERTIFICATE, In accordance with Michigan Compiled Laws and Administrative Rules, the holder of this certificate is authorized to teach in any Michigan school, all subjects, and grades indicated
- K-8 ELEMENTARY K-5 ALL SUBJECTS
- (K-8 ALL SUBJECTS IN SELF-
CONTAINED CLASSROOM) (ZG) - K-12 EMOTIONAL IMPAIRMENT (SE)
- K-12 LEARNING DISABILITIES (SM)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Grosse Pointe Public Schools
07.2005 - Current
STATE OF MICHIGAN, State Board of Education, Department of Education, PROFESSIONAL TEACHING CERTIFICATE, In accordance with Michigan Compiled Laws and Administrative Rules, the holder of this certificate is authorized to teach in any Michigan school, all subjects, and grades indicated
- K-8 ELEMENTARY K-5 ALL SUBJECTS
- (K-8 ALL SUBJECTS IN SELF-
CONTAINED CLASSROOM) (ZG) - K-12 EMOTIONAL IMPAIRMENT (SE)
- K-12 LEARNING DISABILITIES (SM)
Master of Arts - School Counseling
University of Detroit Mercy
Master of Science - Special Education
University of Detroit Mercy
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Detroit Mercy
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Oakland Community College
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