STEPHANIE CASTLEBERRY
Canton,GA
Summary
Experienced educator with solid background in providing specialized support to diverse student populations. Skilled in curriculum adaptation, individualized instruction, and fostering inclusive learning environments. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and achieving educational outcomes, demonstrating reliability and adaptability in responding to changing needs. Proven ability to build rapport with students, parents, and colleagues while maintaining high professional standards.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Itinerant TeacherOrthopedic Impaired
FULTON COUNTY SCHOOLS
08.2022 - Current
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Instructed K-12 students with physical and cognitive disabilities to improve literacy and math skills.
Special Education Teacher-Orthopedic Impaired/ Yearbook Advisor
ELKINS POINT MIDDLE SCHOOL
01.2016 - 07.2022
- Modify general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Coordinate over 40 special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Communicate frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- In Yearbook Advisor role, train students on writing, photography, and publication skills; delegate and track each staff member's assignments and deadlines; determine readiness of written pieces; provide editing and feedback; and approve final versions for publication.
Vice President of Operations
AMERICAN BOOK COMPANY
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Developed and initiated over 100 projects, managed costs, and monitored creative team performance.
- Provided day-to-day leadership and management of organization and lead high performance management team; recruited and trained new executive team members; provided mentoring as cornerstone to management career development program.
Director of Content Development/English Curriculum Designer
AMERICAN BOOK COMPANY
10.2013 - 08.2014
- Led team of 20 employees in all stages of curriculum development including research and design, content and graphic creation, editing, formatting, proofreading, and publication.
- Designed all ELA print and digital products based on specific state or national standards (Common Core).
Adjunct Instructor
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
01.2012 - 08.2013
- Taught college students English courses including Elements of University Composition and Communication I and II, Technical Writing, Creative Writing, and Essentials of College Writing.
- Designed content for face-to-face and online lessons and assessed students via written assignments, exams, and interactive class activities.
Instructional Designer
FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE AT JACKSONVILLE
01.2013 - 06.2013
- Use ADDIE model to write, review, edit, and revise SIRIUS course materials for college courses.
- Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs
- Created content for specific projects including United States Department of Agriculture Fresh Florida nutritional and food safety online training program.
Media Specialist/School Technology Coach
S. BRYAN JENNINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2008 - 06.2011
- Taught technology skills to over 400 pre-kindergarten through 6th grade students.
- Researched and purchased technology for Title 1 students and teachers.
- Trained 30+ teachers on new software programs and classroom technology integration.
- Maintained relevant, organized and correctly catalogued library and technology collection based on careful analysis of student needs
English/Drama Teacher
CLAY HIGH SCHOOL
08.2006 - 07.2008
- Instructed 9-12th Grade students in reading, writing, research, and critical thinking skills.
- Recognized as Influential Teacher for work with remedial student athletes.
Education
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL07.2010
Bachelor of Arts - English
KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY
Kennesaw, GA08.2006
Skills
- 15 years of teaching experience including K-12 and college level
- Curriculum designer of 82 published print and digital products
- Experienced with eLearning platforms including Microsoft Teams, Edgenuity, eCollege, InDesign, Layout Pro, and more
- Experienced with Behavior Modification and strategies for students with Autism and other emotional or behavioral difficulties
Related Experience
- Worked as an ABA assistant at Reaching Milestones Autism Center in Jacksonville, Florida for 2 years
- Completed coursework on Behavior Modification at Florida International University
- Lead Program Teacher at Elkins Pointe and supported 2 autism classrooms
- Worked at Social Skills Today summer camp for students with autism for 4 years
Timeline
Itinerant TeacherOrthopedic Impaired
FULTON COUNTY SCHOOLS
08.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher-Orthopedic Impaired/ Yearbook Advisor
ELKINS POINT MIDDLE SCHOOL
01.2016 - 07.2022
Vice President of Operations
AMERICAN BOOK COMPANY
08.2014 - 06.2015
Director of Content Development/English Curriculum Designer
AMERICAN BOOK COMPANY
10.2013 - 08.2014
Instructional Designer
FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE AT JACKSONVILLE
01.2013 - 06.2013
Adjunct Instructor
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
01.2012 - 08.2013
Media Specialist/School Technology Coach
S. BRYAN JENNINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2008 - 06.2011
English/Drama Teacher
CLAY HIGH SCHOOL
08.2006 - 07.2008
Bachelor of Arts - English
KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
University of North Florida
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