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Shawna Nagel

Deerfield,IL

Summary

Service-focused Behavior Specialist dedicated to helping clients integrate and improve wellbeing. Clear communicator supportive of individual and family needs. Strong commitment to advocacy and skill-building. 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

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Learning and Behavioral Specialist

Private Tutoring
01.2015 - 06.2017
  • Provided individualized care and treatment consistent with age and developmental needs of each patient.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement to maximize desired behavior and educational outcomes.
  • Consulted regular education classroom teachers to develop curriculum modifications and intervention strategies.
  • Informed parents of evaluation methods used to guide instruction and document progress.
  • Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
  • Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
  • Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.

Special Education Teacher

Lafayette Elementary
09.2008 - 01.2013
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
  • Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
  • Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
  • Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
  • Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
  • Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
  • Provided emotional support to students and families.

Education

Master of Arts - Learning And Behavioral Specialist

National Louis University
Chicago, IL
06.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education

DePaul University
Chicago, IL
06.2007

Skills

  • Creative Thinking
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Best Practices and Standards
  • Behavior Intervention
  • Data Collection
  • Document Coordination
  • Team Meetings
  • Case Planning and Management
  • Mental Health Support
  • Exceptional Oral Communication Skills

About Me

I believe in living a purposeful and mindful life. This means tackling life's problems by finding solutions and doing it in a fulfilling way that will serve your highest good (growth and resiliency model). I honor this belief by advocating self care, serving others, and dedicating my very existence to self improvement, eternal learning, and personal and spiritual growth. I am here on this earth to serve, share, uplift, motivate, hold safe space, and empower children with the tools and supports they need to thrive and reach their highest potential.


In my free time I love to play competitive tennis, read philosophy, practice yoga, listen to music, travel, live a healthy and balanced lifestyle, and spend time with my incredible husband and the loves of my life my three beautiful sons.

Timeline

Learning and Behavioral Specialist

Private Tutoring
01.2015 - 06.2017

Special Education Teacher

Lafayette Elementary
09.2008 - 01.2013

Master of Arts - Learning And Behavioral Specialist

National Louis University

Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education

DePaul University
Shawna Nagel