Sonya West
Hamilton,MS
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
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Inclusion Teacher
Monroe County School District
08.2023 - Current
- Coordinated services with related service providers such as speech therapists, occupational therapists, and counselors to support students'' holistic development.
- Created engaging visual aids and hands-on activities to enhance understanding of complex concepts among diverse learners.
- Conducted regular progress monitoring to identify areas of improvement and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Developed and implemented data-driven intervention strategies to address specific learning gaps among special education students.
English Teacher and Special Education Teacher
Nettleton Public Schools
08.2018 - 05.2023
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
Middle School English Teacher
Lee County School District
08.1999 - 05.2018
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing consequences when necessary.
- Designed engaging lesson plans that addressed diverse learning styles and promoted active participation.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Maintained classroom discipline and modeled correct behaviors.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Mississippi
University, MS12-1997
Skills
- Reading intervention
- Progress monitoring
- Parent collaboration
- Learning disability support
- Individualized education plans
- Special education
- IEP meetings
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Special Education Inclusion Teacher
Monroe County School District
08.2023 - Current
English Teacher and Special Education Teacher
Nettleton Public Schools
08.2018 - 05.2023
Middle School English Teacher
Lee County School District
08.1999 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Mississippi
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