Certifications
Summer Arnold
New Braunfels,Texas
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience supporting students with disabilities in self-contained, residential, and general education settings across various educational levels. Proficient in developing and implementing individualized education programs (IEP's) and behavior intervention plans, while effectively designing lesson plans that incorporate necessary accommodations and modifications. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment and collaborating with staff to enhance students' self-care, orientation, mobility, behavior management, motor skills, and social-emotional development. Highly organized and adaptable, with strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of increasing student motivation and engagement in dynamic educational settings.
Overview
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Work History
Special Education Teacher
Steele Montessori Academy
08.2023 - Current
- Managed and monitored IEPs for a diverse caseload of students in grades 4-8 to uphold compliance with special education laws and standards.
- Delivered specialized education services in inclusion and resource settings, focusing on targeted instruction in reading, math, and written expression.
- Implemented targeted interventions and adjustments to learning plans, ensuring alignment with student performance data and needs.
- Adapt Montessori curriculum and classroom materials to support diverse learning needs, including students with learning disabilities, autism, and dyslexia.
- Collaborate with general education teachers to implement inclusive practices, accommodations, and co-teaching strategies within the Montessori classroom environment.
- Facilitate ARD/IEP meetings with parents, administrators, and multidisciplinary team members to review student progress and develop individualized educational plans.
- Conduct ongoing progress monitoring and maintain accurate documentation of student performance and goal attainment.
- Implement behavior intervention plans (BPA) and coach self-regulation, social-emotional, and executive functioning skills.
- Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress, goals, and strategies for supporting learning at home.
- Utilize assessment tools and academic data to inform instruction and adjust interventions to maximize student growth.
- Coordinate services with related service providers including speech therapists, occupational therapists, and counselors.
- Support students in developing independence, organization, and self-advocacy skills.
- Guided paraprofessionals in the effective implementation of accommodations and instructional strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
Teachers Assistant
Steele Montessori Academy in SAISD
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Assisted teacher in 6th grade math and science Montessori classroom. Supported small group instruction and provided guidance to students on assignments. Helped organize classroom materials and contributed to daily activity planning.
- Collaborated in the integration of Montessori methodologies to elevate student engagement and optimize learning experiences.
- Supported classroom activities by preparing educational materials and facilitating small group instruction.
- Organized and maintained classroom supplies and resources, ensuring accessibility for both students and staff.
- Monitored student progress and behavior, providing constructive feedback to maintain a positive learning environment.
Direct Support Professional
Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted students with transportation to and from home communities across Texas and TSBVI in Austin. Supervised students during departures and arrivals at various stops. Supported students in developing academic, social, daily living, leisure, and transition skills.
- Followed school policies and completed required training to fulfill job responsibilities. Aided students in self-care, orientation, mobility cane techniques, behavior management, motor skills, and social-emotional development while collaborating with staff members.
Amazon Delivery Driver
Amazon
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Achieved efficient delivery of packages to diverse locations, enhancing customer satisfaction through reliable service.
- Streamlined loading and unloading processes for heavy packages, contributing to operational efficiency.
- Drove and maintained delivery vehicles, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
- Employed mobile devices for real-time delivery tracking and effective communication with dispatch regarding delivery challenges.
Specialist/Service Order Writer
HEB
10.2020 - 08.2021
- Led cross-functional team to support departmental operations. Assisted in writing orders for seafood and meat market.
- Helped with production in deli, bakery, and produce while managing incoming pallets and backstock.
- Worked in receiving department to unload pallets from incoming trucks and assisted with vendor deliveries and outgoing damages.
- Maintained store security systems and addressed customer complaints and assistance.
- Supported grocery, dairy, and general merchandising departments with product merchandising and stocking while recovering these areas.
- Provided customer assistance at central checkout with bagging overrides and carryout services.
- Acted as a runner and shopper for curbside service while assisting customers with item substitutions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX01-2023
Skills
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Creating Safe Learning Environments
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Motivating and Inspiring Students
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans
- Small group instruction
- Relationship building
- Data management
- Inclusion strategies
- Group and individual instruction
- Parent-teacher collaboration
Accomplishments
- Awarded Rising Star Teacher of the Year in recognition of outstanding performance and impact during my first year of teaching.
- Selected by the district to be featured in the 'Teach Me Teach' Instructional video series, demonstrating effective strategies for teaching syllable division patterns in reading intervention.
- Led students to earn 3rd place in a district-wide competition for the Lexis reading intervention program, recognizing significant student progress and engagement in literacy development.
Certification
- CORE SUBJECTS WITH STR GRADES (EC-6) Certification Body
- SPECIAL EDUCATION GRADES (EC-12) Certification Body
- ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE SUPPLEMENTAL GRADES (EC-12) Certification Body
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Steele Montessori Academy
08.2023 - Current
Teachers Assistant
Steele Montessori Academy in SAISD
01.2023 - 05.2023
Direct Support Professional
Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired
08.2022 - 01.2023
Amazon Delivery Driver
Amazon
08.2021 - 04.2022
Specialist/Service Order Writer
HEB
10.2020 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas State University