Shylonda Walls
Chicago
Summary
Bringing compassion and commitment to making a meaningful impact on student`s educational journeys. Developed strong foundation in creating inclusive educational environments, focusing on individualized instruction and behavior management techniques. Demonstrates ability to adapt teaching strategies to meet diverse learners needs. Seeking to apply these transferrable skills, fostering growth and development in Special Education Teacher role.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Barbara A Sizemore Academy
Chicago, Illinois
08.2025 - 06.2026
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Monitored student progress through I-Ready math and reading assessments and adjusted instructional methods by assigning targeted skill lessons.
- Delivered differentiated classroom instruction teaching 6th-8th grade students in multiple subjects with intellectual, emotional and specific learning disabilities.
- Developed transition plans to outline steps necessary to prepare 8th grade students for move to high school.
Learning Specialist
Baker College Prep
Chicago, Illinois
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Utilized various teaching methods that consisted of small groups, technology, and hands-on activities to engage and fulfill the educational needs of diverse learners.
- Created interactive math lessons that incorporated real world application for student understanding.
- Develop IEP`s that addressed academic, social, economic, behavioral needs and goals of diverse learners.
- Increased performance data amongst students on formative skill checks.
- Proctored standardized testing ensuring compliance with state regulations.
- Co taught Algebra 1 and Algebra 2
Resource/Interrelated Special Education Teacher
Hephzibah Elementary School
Hephzibah, Georgia
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Offered small group and one-on-one instructional support in reading, writing, and math for fifth graders.
- Collaborated with a first-grade teacher in foundational skills, reading and math.
- Provided a range of instructional resources to differentiate instruction of small groups.
- Maintained records on student growth through progress monitoring.
- Taught instruction based on the IB philosophy which focuses on inquiry, concepts, theme, and learner profiles incorporated into the curriculum.
Special Education Paraprofessional Substitute
Goshen Elementary School
Augusta, Georgia
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Employed special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to improve development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory.
- Maintained discipline and classroom control, fostering a safe and positive learning environment.
- Applied principles of learning theory and teaching methodology, drawing from instructional materials available in school.
- Managed classroom environment, helping students learn in absence of regular teachers.
- Assisted students individually and in small groups.
Special Education Paraprofessional Substitute
Butler High School
Augusta, Georgia
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Monitored teachers and teacher assistants to ensure lessons that adhered to inclusive special education program requirements.
- Prepared materials and classrooms for class activities.
- Prepared objectives and outlined for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines and requirements of states and schools.
- Arranged classroom and lessons to provide opportunities for students to observe, question and investigate new concepts.
- Observe students' performance and record relevant data to assess progress.
- Aided students with special needs.
- Provided disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology and assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms.
Special Education Teacher Pre-K Paraprofessional
Glenn Hills Elementary School
Augusta, Georgia
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Promoted student curiosity and skills development with games and activities related to class concepts.
- Served meals and snacks in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Arranged indoor and outdoor space to facilitate creative play, motor-skill activities, and safety.
- Taught developmentally appropriate skills to promote academic, social, and emotional growth.
Interrelated Special Education Teacher
Spirit Creek Middle School
Hephzibah, Georgia
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Reviewed IEP with student`s parents, school administrators and student's general education teachers.
- Met regularly with parents to review student progress.
- Recommended modifications to make the classroom environment suitable to individuals with impairments.
- Collaborated with a trans-disciplinary team in planning and developing appropriate IEP goals.
- Provide inclusive instruction as a co-teacher collaborating with general educators and implementing modifications for sixth and seventh grade ELA and Math students.
- Provide intensive intervention teaching corrective reading to sixth and seventh graders who need further instructional support in phonics, fluency, decoding and comprehension.
- Taught small group instruction for seventh grade social studies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - History
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA06-2009
Standard Professional Certificate - Special Education
Georgia Teacher Academy For Preparation And Pedagogy
Dearing, GA05-2024
Skills
- Computer literacy
- Curriculum design/lesson plans
- Ability to adapt to children with learning and behavioral disabilities
- IB certified teacher
- Special Education teacher with LBS1 certification
- Develop/Implementing IEPs
- Reading and Math Interventions
- Monitoring data on progress reports
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Barbara A Sizemore Academy
08.2025 - 06.2026
Learning Specialist
Baker College Prep
08.2024 - 06.2025
Resource/Interrelated Special Education Teacher
Hephzibah Elementary School
08.2023 - 05.2024
Interrelated Special Education Teacher
Spirit Creek Middle School
09.2022 - 05.2023
Special Education Paraprofessional Substitute
Goshen Elementary School
08.2022 - 09.2023
Special Education Paraprofessional Substitute
Butler High School
08.2022 - 09.2023
Special Education Teacher Pre-K Paraprofessional
Glenn Hills Elementary School
08.2022 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - History
Georgia Southern University
Standard Professional Certificate - Special Education
Georgia Teacher Academy For Preparation And Pedagogy