Specialized Designed Instruction: Reading, Math, Writing, Adaptive Behavior and Social Skills
Cultivated connections and strong student and parent relationships
Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students
Prepared and implemented differentiated word recognition lessons
Collaborated with teaching teams: ELL, Title, Gen Ed. teachers, AEA partners, Instruction Coach and administrator to provide consistent instruction for student goals
Analyzed data from FAST, PAST, and QPS and formative assessments in PLC's
Collaborated with instruction and induction coach to strengthen teaching practices
Served as Propel team member
Substitute Teacher
Cedar Rapids Community Schools
01.2011 - 06.2021
2014-2015: Jackson Elementary-2nd Grade: 12 week Long Term: Planning & implementation
2015-2016: Jackson Elementary-3rd Grade: 12 week Long Term: Planning & implementation
Office Manager
M.D. Concrete Company, Inc.
01.2001 - 08.2019
Financial Aid Counselor
Mount Mercy Univeristy
08.2019 - 04.2021
Owner Operator
Carousel Child Care Center
08.1994 - 06.2007
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Northwestern College
Orange City, IA
06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Mount Mercy University
Cedar Rapids, IA
05.1995
Skills
LETRS Modules 1-4
Collaboration with Colleagues
Classroom Management
Adaptable
Wilson Reading System - 3 day Training Certification
Safety Care Certified
References
Alicia Whittle - 319-213-5101- Title One Teacher: Hiawatha Elementary School
Becky Pionke 630-899-9968 - Kindergarten Teacher: Hiawatha Elementary School
Prek-5th Grade Art Teacher at NYCDOE CS44 David C. Farragut Elementary SchoolPrek-5th Grade Art Teacher at NYCDOE CS44 David C. Farragut Elementary School