Sherri Workman
Stilwell,OK
Summary
Special Education Teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Maryetta Public School
Stilwell, OK
08.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement effective teaching strategies.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Utilized behavioral management techniques to foster positive classroom environments.
- Evaluated student progress and adjusted instructional methods accordingly.
Classroom Teacher
Maryetta Public School
Stilwell, OK
08.2006 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student participation and engagement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects and activities.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management techniques and resources.
- Led initiatives to integrate technology into classroom instruction for improved learning outcomes.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, allowing students to learn from mistakes and improve their performance.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students'' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
- Administered quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of material.
- Served as a team leader for grade-level initiatives, coordinating efforts among faculty members to achieve shared goals related to curriculum and instruction improvement.
- Mentored new teachers entering the profession and provided constructive feedback on their teaching methods, promoting growth within the school community.
Reading Specialist
Maryetta Public School
Stilwell, OK
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Developed tailored reading interventions for diverse student needs.
- Implemented data-driven assessments to track and improve student literacy progress.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate reading strategies across curricula.
- Reduced reading achievement gaps by identifying and addressing specific barriers to individual student progress.
- Evaluated instructional materials and resources for effectiveness in enhancing literacy skills.
- Implemented research-based instructional practices to improve overall reading proficiency among students.
- Provided ongoing support for struggling readers by offering one-on-one tutoring sessions and small group instruction.
- Built positive and productive relationships with teachers to drive improvements to reading programs.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to optimize growth.
- Enhanced reading comprehension by implementing targeted literacy interventions and strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Reading
Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OKBachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK05-2005
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans ieps
- Small group instruction
- Group and individual instruction
Certification
Early Childhood Education
Reading Specialist
Mild Moderate Special Education
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Maryetta Public School
08.2024 - Current
Reading Specialist
Maryetta Public School
08.2020 - 05.2023
Classroom Teacher
Maryetta Public School
08.2006 - Current
Master of Science - Reading
Northeastern State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northeastern State University