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Shelly Pritchard

Aledo,TX

Summary

I am in the current cohort of Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments Certification Program at Stephen F. Austin University equipped with a positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1

Early Childhood

1
1

ESL

1
1

Special Education

1
1

Braille

Work History

ECSE Teacher

Weatherford ISD
08.2009 - Current
  • Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and cooperative learning strategies.
  • Improved overall classroom environment by implementing clear expectations and consistent routines.
  • Enhanced communication with parents through regular updates, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
  • Integrated assistive technology tools into lessons, increasing accessibility for students with diverse abilities.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Developed and taught engaging and developmentally appropriate lesson plans to differentiate needs for learners.

Church Parents Day Out and Nursery Director

Trinity Bible Church
05.2001 - 12.2008
  • Enhanced parent satisfaction by implementing a welcoming and supportive environment for families.
  • Established strong relationships with parents, staff, and the local community by organizing regular meetings and events.
  • Managed budget effectively to maximize resources for educational materials, staff salaries, and facility improvements.
  • Implemented an efficient staff scheduling system to ensure adequate coverage during peak hours while maintaining optimal teacher-child ratios.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX
12.1999

Skills

  • Parent-Teacher Collaboration
  • Individualized Education Plans
  • Child Assessment
  • Assistive Technology
  • Visual Supports
  • Data Collection and Analysis
  • Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
  • Motivating Students

Certification

I will graduate from Stephen F. Austin's TSVI certification program in May 2024.

I passed my Texas State Braille Exam.


Timeline

ECSE Teacher

Weatherford ISD
08.2009 - Current

Church Parents Day Out and Nursery Director

Trinity Bible Church
05.2001 - 12.2008

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Texas Christian University

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