Sharon Daniel
Special Education Teacher
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Gwinnett County Public School System, adept at developing tailored IEPs and fostering social skills development. Skilled in behavior modification and team collaboration, I empower students through innovative lesson planning and effective communication, ensuring inclusive educational experiences that promote personal growth and academic success.
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
1
1
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Gwinnett County Public School System
07.2024 - 06.2025
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Contributed to IEP development and implementation, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide appropriate accommodations and modifications for special education students.
- Supported social-emotional growth by incorporating SEL activities into daily routines, fostering a positive classroom climate conducive to learning.
- Empowered students with self-advocacy skills through targeted lessons on communication, problem-solving, and goal-setting techniques.
- Promoted a culture of inclusion by adapting lessons for diverse learners, ensuring equal access to educational opportunities for all students.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Set rules and guidelines to manage classroom and maintain discipline.
Medical Instrument Technician
C.W. Bill Young VA Medical Center
07.2013 - 08.2024
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations through strict adherence to sterilization protocols and documentation requirements.
- Enhanced diagnostic accuracy by conducting thorough inspections of medical instruments and devices.
- Ensured patient information confidentiality by adhering to strict HIPAA guidelines during all interactions with medical records or equipment containing sensitive data.
- Expedited repair processes by developing strong working relationships with external vendors and suppliers of replacement parts or components.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to optimize instrument usage and streamline clinical workflows.
- Supported staff training initiatives, educating colleagues on proper handling techniques for delicate instruments to avoid damage or injury.
- Improved patient care by calibrating and maintaining medical equipment for optimal performance.
- Provided exceptional customer service to patients, addressing concerns related to the use of medical equipment during exams or treatments.
- Increased department efficiency by organizing and maintaining an inventory system for all medical tools.
Education
Masters in Special Education - Adapted Special Education Cirriculmn
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA 07.2024 - Current
Bachelor in Health Science - Health Sciences
South University
Tampa, Florid 11.2014 - 11.2017
Associate - Healthcare Adminstration
Sanford Brown College
Tampa, Florida 09.2013 - 08.2014
Skills
Motivating students
Social skills development
Team collaboration
Lesson planning
Individual education plans (IEP's)
Parent communication
Visual supports
Verbal and nonverbal communication
Behavior modification
Behavior intervention plans
Instructional strategies
Affiliations
Educators First
GCAE Professionals
National Educators Association
Georgia Association of Educators
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Gwinnett County Public School System
07.2024 - 06.2025
Masters in Special Education - Adapted Special Education Cirriculmn
University of West Georgia
07.2024 - Current
Bachelor in Health Science - Health Sciences
South University
11.2014 - 11.2017
Associate - Healthcare Adminstration
Sanford Brown College
09.2013 - 08.2014
Medical Instrument Technician
C.W. Bill Young VA Medical Center
07.2013 - 08.2024