Shayla Davison
Mansfield,TX
Summary
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
IT TECHNICIAN
CenturyLink
MONROE
03.2019 - 08.2020
- Patched software and installed new versions to eliminate security problems and protect data
- Broke down and evaluated user problems using test scripts, personal expertise and probing questions
- Responded to support requests from end users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks
- Explained technical information in clear terms to non-technical individuals to promote better understanding
- Demonstrated professionalism and courtesy with customers while working to resolve complaints, problems or respond to questions.
GRADUATE ASSISTANT/ CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Grambling State University
MONROE
08.2018 - 03.2019
- Supported department members with administrative, research and academic assistance
- Completed duties per professor request
- Upheld commitment to educational excellence and fostered atmosphere of mutual respect and trust
- Contributed to positive academic and social tone of school by demonstrating professionalism and enthusiasm for academic community.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
Rayville Jr.High
Rayville
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Assisted students of all ability levels develop life-long learning skills and good study habits
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
GRADUATE ASSISTANT
Grambling State University/Mass Communication
Grambling
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Organized various class presentations and new course materials as directed by professor
- Completed duties per professor request
- Oversaw groups of students and assisted with academic projects
- Supported department members with administrative, research and academic assistance
- Documented attendance and completed assignments to maintain full class and student records
- Assisted faculty with clerical tasks such as copying papers, collecting assignments and preparing materials for upcoming classes
- Checked assignments, proctored tests, and provided grades according to university standards
- Documented student attendance and progress against goals.
VOLUNTARY INTERN
Boys and Girls Club
Ruston
02.2016 - 05.2016
- Maintained clean, neat and operational facilities to serve all program needs
- Helped students complete tasks such as specific work problems and tying shoes
- Oversaw special activities and monitored students during field trips
- Provided general assistance to classroom teachers, including distributing paperwork and cleaning up play areas
- Provided support and companionship to patients in need of assistance.
OFFICE ASSISTANT
Caring Angel Connection
Rayville
05.2015 - 07.2015
- Kept physical files and digitized records organized for easy updating and retrieval by any team member with access
- Ensured business records were accurate by consistently updating customer information
- Oversaw automated tracking and documentation of data, client correspondence and office operations
- Organized, stored and retrieved files to enhance daily operations and support customer needs
- Managed multi-line telephone system and greeted claimants during office visits.
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER INCLUSION
BOWIE HIGHSCHOOL
ARLINGTON
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill requirements of district's summer curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required
- Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles
- Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of learning styles and needs of students assigned
- Planned, delivered and progress monitored individuals and small group direct instruction for students who required intensive intervention in special education settings and/or least restrictive environment
- Participated in ARD committee meetings on regular basis
- Participated in professional learning to support students with disabilities as specific to role and responsibility
- Participated in professional learning to improve job performance and support growth goals.
Special Education Teacher Alternate Curriculum
Bowie High School
Arlington
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with students, parents, and other staff members to develop and progress monitor Individual Education Plans (IEP) through Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) process for each student assigned
- Planned and used variety of appropriate instructional and learning strategies, techniques, activities, materials, technology, and equipment that reflect understanding of learning styles, instructional, communication, and social-emotional needs of students
- Used data frequently to monitor student progress towards meeting IEP goals; adjust instructional and intervention services and supports as necessary to ensure students make progress
- Scaffold instruction and accommodations and adapt activities to ensure equal access to grade level instruction
- Utilized most effective collaborative teaching techniques and strategies in inclusion supported classrooms
- Planned, delivered and progress monitored individual and small group direct instruction for students who require intensive intervention for behavior, academics, developmental skills, communication, etc
- Participate in ARD committee meetings on regular basis.
Special Education Teacher Alternate Curriculum
Sam Houston High School
Arlington
08.2023 - Current
- Participate in ARDs
- Document
- Implement lesson plans according to IEP
- Monitor progress
Education
Master of Science - Masters Of Science in Criminal Justice
Grambling State University
Grambling, LA05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
Grambling State University
Grambling, LA08.2016
Skills
- Collaborating
- Implementing Lesson Plans According to IEPs
- Scaffold Instruction
- Documentation of Data
Timeline
Special Education Teacher Alternate Curriculum
Sam Houston High School
08.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher Alternate Curriculum
Bowie High School
08.2022 - 05.2023
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER INCLUSION
BOWIE HIGHSCHOOL
08.2021 - 06.2022
IT TECHNICIAN
CenturyLink
03.2019 - 08.2020
GRADUATE ASSISTANT/ CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Grambling State University
08.2018 - 03.2019
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
Rayville Jr.High
02.2018 - 02.2019
GRADUATE ASSISTANT
Grambling State University/Mass Communication
01.2017 - 12.2017
VOLUNTARY INTERN
Boys and Girls Club
02.2016 - 05.2016
OFFICE ASSISTANT
Caring Angel Connection
05.2015 - 07.2015
Master of Science - Masters Of Science in Criminal Justice
Grambling State University
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
Grambling State University
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