Shawnee Mills
Cumberland,Maryland
Summary
Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Garrett County Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
LETRS floating teacher
Garrett County Public Schools
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to seamlessly continue instruction
- Utilize varying classroom economies and reward systems to promote positive behavior
- Set and maintain expectations to create positive learning environment.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques and tailoring lesson plans to individual needs.
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
Long-Term Substitute
Garrett County Public Schools
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Created differentiated lessons to support thecommon core curriculum and state standards
- Implemented scientifically based classroom management practices
- Maintained open communication with parents and guardians.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to create a supportive learning environment for all students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education and Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT03.2022
Associates of Applied Science - Plastic and Polymer Technology
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, PA12.2019
Skills
- IEP Development
- Instructional Strategies
- De-Escalation Techniques and Behavior Modifications
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
- Progress Evaluations
- Active Listening
- Classroom Organization
- Classroom Management
Certification
- Maryland Department of Education- Elementary Education, 1-6, 08/2022
- Maryland Department of Education- Special Education, 1-8 & 6-12, 08/2022
- Maryland Department of Education- Early childhood Education, 1-6, 08/2023
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Garrett County Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
LETRS floating teacher
Garrett County Public Schools
08.2022 - 08.2023
Long-Term Substitute
Garrett County Public Schools
05.2022 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education and Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Associates of Applied Science - Plastic and Polymer Technology
Pennsylvania College of Technology
- Maryland Department of Education- Elementary Education, 1-6, 08/2022
- Maryland Department of Education- Special Education, 1-8 & 6-12, 08/2022
- Maryland Department of Education- Early childhood Education, 1-6, 08/2023
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