Shelia Gayken
Wylie
Summary
Dynamic Life Skills Teacher with extensive experience at Community ISD, adept at developing Individual Education Plans and implementing evidence-based practices. Skilled in behavior management and data analysis, I foster student confidence through tailored instruction and effective communication with parents, ensuring a supportive learning environment for students with disabilities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Life Skills Teacher
Community Isd
Lavon
08.2022 - Current
- Monitored student behavior both inside and outside of class in order to identify any potential risks before they escalate.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
- Instructed special education classes using evidence-based practices.
- Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
ALE (Life Skills) Teacher
Garland ISD
Garland
08.2006 - 05.2022
- Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Defined and communicated rules and enforced through approved disciplinary methods.
- Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Developed individual educational plans designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ09-2010
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Texas A&M
Commerce, TX12-2005
Skills
- Behavior management
- Individual education plans
- Data analysis
- Classroom instruction
- Evidence-based practices
- Visual aids
- Classroom observations
- Skill development
- Professional development
- Crisis intervention
- Small group instruction
- Special education strategies
- Prepare reports
- Written communication
Timeline
Life Skills Teacher
Community Isd
08.2022 - Current
ALE (Life Skills) Teacher
Garland ISD
08.2006 - 05.2022
Master of Science - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Texas A&M
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