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Stephanie West

San Antonio

Summary

Versatile professional with a focus on team collaboration to achieve positive outcomes with flexibility and reliability. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict.

Organized and dependable, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.


Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Special Education Teacher

Laurel Heights Weekday School
07.2023 - 11.2024
  • Increased student participation in group projects by fostering a collaborative and inclusive learning environment.
  • Served as a mentor to co-lead teacher entering the field, offering guidance, support, and sharing best practices for successful classroom management.
  • Improved classroom engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lesson plans.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Promoted a positive classroom culture by implementing effective behavior management strategies and clear expectations for conduct.
  • Supported student success with personalized attention and targeted interventions.
  • Collaborated with fellow educators to develop cross-curricular projects, enhancing students'' understanding of subject matter connections.
  • 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.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
  • Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
  • Provided emotional support to students and families.
  • Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
  • Applied proven strategies to improve students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills.
  • Created an enriching day program for young adults with special needs centered around the culinary arts.
  • Assisted in administrative duties, such as creating a mission statement for the program, as well as flyers, newsletters, and applications.


Assistant Special Needs Teacher

Laurel Heights Weekday School
11.2022 - 07.2024
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive support plans for each student's unique needs.
  • Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
  • Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
  • Implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Coordinated with lead teachers to modify lessons as needed.
  • Promoted positive behavior management techniques, resulting in a decrease in classroom disruptions and increased engagement from students.
  • Advocated for special needs students at school-wide meetings, ensuring their voices were heard and their unique challenges were addressed.
  • Utilized research-based interventions to improve academic performance among struggling learners, closing achievement gaps over time.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
  • Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
  • Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
  • Provided emotional support to students and families.
  • Applied proven strategies to improve students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills.

Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade

Montessori School of San Antonio
01.2017 - 05.2018
  • Assisted permanent teachers in maintaining classroom routines, ensuring a seamless transition during their absence.
  • Adapted quickly to various classroom settings and grade levels by demonstrating flexibility, adaptability, and a strong understanding of diverse curricula.
  • Developed strong relationships with students and colleagues, promoting open communication and collaboration among all.
  • Promoted critical thinking skills by challenging students to analyze complex problems and develop well-reasoned solutions.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Contributed to improved school performance by collaborating with fellow teachers on curriculum development and teaching strategies.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Supervised lunch and recess activities.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.

Paraprofessional, Special Education

Alamo Heights Independent School District
10.2013 - 12.2017
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.,
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
  • Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
  • Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed.
  • Prepared instruction materials and set up work areas.
  • Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.
  • Facilitated communication between general education and special education staff, promoting effective collaboration on behalf of students'' best interests.
  • Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate student progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
  • Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough documentation of services provided to students with disabilities.
  • Adapted teaching materials for special education students, meeting diverse learning needs.
  • Contributed to development of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), tailoring education to student needs.
  • Coordinated with teachers to monitor student progress, identifying areas for improvement.
  • Provided feedback to teachers on student progress, aiding in adjustment of teaching strategies.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, fostering supportive learning environment.
  • Participated in professional development workshops, continuously improving teaching skills.
  • Improved classroom management with development of behavior modification plans.
  • Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
  • Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
  • Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
  • Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
  • Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand and behaviors.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.

Education

GED -

San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX
05-1998

Skills

  • Collaborative teaching
  • Positive behavior support
  • Inclusion practices
  • Parent collaboration
  • Individualized education plans
  • Social skills training
  • Sensory integration
  • Life skills instruction
  • Functional behavior assessments

Timeline

Lead Special Education Teacher

Laurel Heights Weekday School
07.2023 - 11.2024

Assistant Special Needs Teacher

Laurel Heights Weekday School
11.2022 - 07.2024

Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade

Montessori School of San Antonio
01.2017 - 05.2018

Paraprofessional, Special Education

Alamo Heights Independent School District
10.2013 - 12.2017

GED -

San Antonio College

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