Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
6-12 Special Education Level II/III
Starmont Community School District
Arlington, IA
08.2007 - Current
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
High School Student Council Supervisor
Starmont Community School District
Arlington, IA
08.2009 - 05.2024
Managed 22 9-12th grade student council members and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
Organized and implemented a variety of activities within the school and community setting
Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Managed and motivated students to be productive and engaged in work.
Communicated frequently with students, faculty, and community members to provide feedback.
Worked cooperatively with other students, staff, and community members.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Starmont Community School District
Arlington, IA
08.1993 - 08.2007
Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
3rd Grade Teacher
Aleutian East Borough School District
Sand Point, AK
07.1991 - 05.1993
Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
Education
Master of Arts - K-12 Special Education
Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA
05.2010
No Degree -
Drake University
Des Moines, IA
06.2007
No Degree -
University of Alaska Southeast
Juneau Campus
12.1992
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood And Elementary Education
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA
12.1990
Skills
Student Engagement
Group Instruction
Classroom Management
Differentiated Instruction
Motivating Students
Skills Development
Timeline
High School Student Council Supervisor
Starmont Community School District
08.2009 - 05.2024
6-12 Special Education Level II/III
Starmont Community School District
08.2007 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Starmont Community School District
08.1993 - 08.2007
3rd Grade Teacher
Aleutian East Borough School District
07.1991 - 05.1993
Master of Arts - K-12 Special Education
Upper Iowa University
No Degree -
Drake University
No Degree -
University of Alaska Southeast
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood And Elementary Education
University of Northern Iowa
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