Stephanie Arford
Athens,GA
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Collaborative Special Education Teacher
Clarke County School District
01.2011 - Current
- Create and implement differentiated instruction in a collaborative classroom and small group group setting
- Construct individualized education plans for special education students
- Plan daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Manage entire IEP annual review process including eligibility and redeterminations meetings
- Manage and implement educational accommodations and modifications according to students’ individual education plans
- Modify general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Monitor student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Coordinate regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Mentor new teachers
Medical Assistant
Dr. Lockman Dermatology
06.2002 - 01.2011
- Directed 25 patients daily to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Long Term Substitute Teacher
East Jackson Elementary School
08.2008 - 11.2008
- Designed and implemented lesson plans for children at different learning levels
- Utilized a variety of instructional methods including cooperative learning, games, discovery, and discussion
- Assessed student learning, modified lessons to create meaningful, authentic learning for students, and prepared bulletin boards
- Administered standardized tests
- Actively participated in school events such as PTO, faculty meetings, team leader meetings, and grade level meetings
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Jefferson Elementary
01.2006 - 04.2006
- Developed and implemented student-centered lessons in all subject areas
- Adapted lessons to meet individual needs by reviewing students’ backgrounds and learning needs
- Incorporated cross-curricular components into lessons and units
- Designed, planned, and presented in-depth units on industrialism, money, and measurement
- Implemented positive classroom management strategies
- Participated in grade level curriculum and team meetings, parent conferences, and field trips
- Implemented portfolio grading system in all subjects
Certified Nursing Assistant
Athens Heritage
01.1999 - 09.1999
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Practicum Student, Fourth Grade
South Jackson Elementary
10.2005 - 12.2005
- Taught 4th grade Social Studies
- Aided teacher in instruction and supervision of students
- Designed and implemented a multi-technology lesson on how to write a research paper using learning stations
- Led integrated social studies and writing units that allowed students to bridge the gap between world issues and course material through library and internet research
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of Nebraska
Kearney, NE12.2011
Bachelors - Early Childhood Education
Piedmont College
Demorest, GA05.2009
Skills
- Adobe Indesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Dreamweaver
- Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Google Read & Write, Google Docs, Google Slides, Google Sheets, Google Forms
Additional Information
- Presidential Scholar, Dean’s List, Member of PAGE, General Curriculum (P-12), T-5 Early Childhood Education, T-5 Special Education
Certification
- Multi-Sensory Workshop
- Hand Writing Without Tears
- Wilson Reading Program
- Fundations Workshop
- Mindset Training
- CPR, AED, and First Aid for Children, Infants and Adults
- Vector Training, K-12 Edition
- Second Step Training
Timeline
Collaborative Special Education Teacher
Clarke County School District
01.2011 - Current
Long Term Substitute Teacher
East Jackson Elementary School
08.2008 - 11.2008
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Jefferson Elementary
01.2006 - 04.2006
Practicum Student, Fourth Grade
South Jackson Elementary
10.2005 - 12.2005
Medical Assistant
Dr. Lockman Dermatology
06.2002 - 01.2011
Certified Nursing Assistant
Athens Heritage
01.1999 - 09.1999
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of Nebraska
Bachelors - Early Childhood Education
Piedmont College
- Multi-Sensory Workshop
- Hand Writing Without Tears
- Wilson Reading Program
- Fundations Workshop
- Mindset Training
- CPR, AED, and First Aid for Children, Infants and Adults
- Vector Training, K-12 Edition
- Second Step Training
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