Sheena Youngblood
Ozona,TX
Summary
Dedicated Elementary Special Education Teacher with strong IEP development, progress monitoring, and differentiated instruction skills. Committed to fostering positive classroom environments and advocating for student needs. While the majority of my experience is in a elementary self-contained life skills classroom, I am willing to work in a general education classroom as well as begin working in an Educational Diagnostician Setting.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Ozona Elementary
Ozona, TX
08.2020 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive classroom environments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and modify interventions.
- Designed and delivered engaging lesson plans tailored for special education students.
- Advocated for student needs within school and community support services.
- Utilized assistive technology tools to enhance student learning experiences and outcomes.
- Fostered strong relationships with families to support student development and engagement.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Monitored student progress closely, intervening proactively when necessary to ensure steady growth and achievement of learning goals.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistency in enforcing rules.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Ozona Elementary
Ozona, TX
03.2018 - 08.2020
- Supported individualized instruction for students with diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement effective lesson plans.
- Assisted in maintaining a positive and supportive classroom environment.
- Monitored student progress and reported behavioral observations to educators.
Elementary School Custodian
Ozona Elementary
Ozona, TX
09.2016 - 03.2018
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of classrooms, hallways, and restrooms.
- Operated cleaning equipment including floor buffers, vacuums, and pressure washers.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations for chemical use and waste disposal.
- Performed routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and report issues promptly.
- Assisted in setting up facilities for school events and activities as required.
- Enhanced school cleanliness by performing daily custodial tasks such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Promoted a healthy learning environment by disinfecting classrooms, restrooms, and common areas on a consistent schedule.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT08-2021
Skills
- IEP development
- Progress monitoring
- Classroom organization
- Assessment strategies
- Visual supports
- Parent-teacher communication
- Differentiated instruction
- De-escalation techniques
Certification
- Educational Diagnostician
Grades (EC-12) valid through 03/31/2031
- Core Subjects with STR
Grades (EC-6) Valid through 03/31/2028 - Special Education
Grades (EC-12) Valid through 03/31/2028
Timeline
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Ozona Elementary
08.2020 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Ozona Elementary
03.2018 - 08.2020
Elementary School Custodian
Ozona Elementary
09.2016 - 03.2018
Master of Science - Special Education
Texas Tech University
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Western Governors University