Stacey Hunter
Rock Hill,SC
Summary
High-performing passionate, professional with extensive experience in autism, including secondary disabilities at the middle school level. Offer strong understanding of developing IEP's, teaching multiple levels of autism, social & emotional learning with those on spectrum, understanding sensory needs and inclusion of students with autism in the general education classroom
Developed the Learning Connections Classroom that specializes at the middle school level with those on the spectrum
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Compassionate Special Education Teacher with experience in developing and implementing individualized education plans for high school students. Skilled at utilizing unique teaching strategies to effectively serve students with special needs, while fostering an inclusive classroom environment. Proven ability to build strong relationships with families and other educational professionals to support student growth and success. Have made significant contributions towards enhancing student potential by adapting conventional teaching methods to meet diverse student needs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Special Education Teacher
Nation Ford High School
Fort Mill , South Carolina
08.2023 - Current
- Developed individual educational plans designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
- Encouraged student empathy of others to build confidence and improve self-image.
- Created engaging lesson plans that addressed the diverse needs of all learners in the classroom.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Participated in IEP meetings with parents, administrators and counselors to discuss student goals and objectives.
- Assessed student needs and delivered differentiated curriculum to meet diverse levels.
- Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
- Supplemented lectures with audio-visual aids, computers and other equipment.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
Teacher Evaluator
Rawlinson Road Middle School
Rock Hill, South Carolina
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Certified Teacher Evaluator 4.0, reviewed lesson plans, observed teachers teaching, evaluated teaching in classroom and consulted with teachers after each evaluation
- Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, in-class activities.
- Provided instructional support for teachers in all areas teaching
- Provided wide range of information on students with autism, instructional techniques, sensory, communication, strategies,
Peer Mentor
Rawlinson Road Middle School
Rock Hill, South Carolina
08.2018 - 05.2023
- Met mentee formally, informally, in-person and virtually to offer support.
- Counseled students individually to assist in overcoming obstacles, make proper choices to stay focused and adjust to college life.
- Assessed students' knowledge, comprehension, and study habits to track progress and set realistic goals.
- Shared resources, opportunities, and activities to support mentee's learning and development.
- Encouraged mentees to develop strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Assisted mentee in getting acclimated to new position or responsibilities with consistent coaching and assisting with task prioritization.
- Collaborated with school counselors, teachers and administrators to aid mentee success.
- Created individualized mentoring plans for mentees, promoting personal growth and development.
Special Ed Department Chair
Rawlinson Road Middle School
Rock Hill , SC
08.2016 - 05.2023
- Coordinated special education services through frequent principal collaboration and consultation.
- Allocated special education staff and addressed requests for additional allocations throughout school year.
- Contributed to district-level committees to support needs of students on IEPs.
- Evaluated support staff based on student needs.
- Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Special Education Teacher-Autism
Rock Hill School District Three
Rock Hill, South Carolina
08.2006 - 05.2023
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Instructed students with physical, cognitive, communication, social emotional disabilities.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Created engaging lesson plans that addressed the diverse needs of all learners in the classroom.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback on areas of improvement.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Participated in IEP meetings with parents, administrators and counselors to discuss student goals and objectives.
- Assessed student needs and delivered differentiated curriculum to meet diverse levels.
- Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education-Multi Categorial
Keuka College
Keuka Park, NYMaster of Science - Reading And Writing Across Curriculum
Keuka College
Keuka Park, NYSkills
- IEP implementation
- Transition planning
- Job readiness training
- Visual supports
- Emotional support
- Literacy Skill Enhancement
- Pedagogical Approaches
- Excellent classroom management
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Motivating students
- Life Skills Training
- Functional behavior assessment
- Small group instruction
- Individual education plans ieps
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum adjustments
- Paraprofessional oversight
- Instructional strategies
Education
Keuka Park, NY,Keuka Park, NY
Contact
Rock Hill, SC 29732
Personal Information
Title: Special Education Teacher-Autism
Timeline
High School Special Education Teacher
Nation Ford High School
08.2023 - Current
Teacher Evaluator
Rawlinson Road Middle School
08.2019 - 05.2023
Peer Mentor
Rawlinson Road Middle School
08.2018 - 05.2023
Special Ed Department Chair
Rawlinson Road Middle School
08.2016 - 05.2023
Special Education Teacher-Autism
Rock Hill School District Three
08.2006 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Special Education-Multi Categorial
Keuka College
Master of Science - Reading And Writing Across Curriculum
Keuka College
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