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Susan McCoy
Wichita Falls,TX
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Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher with 33 years of experience in IEP development and parent-teacher collaboration. Proven ability to conduct effective assessments and manage diverse classroom environments, fostering positive learning experiences for all students.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Wichita Falls ISD
Wichita Falls, Texas
08.2004 - Current
- Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.
- Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
- Scheduled, prepared paperwork for, and conducted ARD/IEP Committee meetings to ensure compliance and collaboration.
- Delivered engaging lessons based on IEP guidelines to support student learning.
- Assessed student learning styles and utilized results to tailor instructional activities for individual needs.
- Manage student behavior and administer discipline. This includes intervening in crisis situations and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
- Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
- Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
Speech Therapist
Tyler Independent School District
Tyler, Tx
08.1999 - 05.2004
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions for students with speech disorders.
- Developed customized treatment plans based on student assessments and needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate speech goals into classroom activities.
- Educated families on speech development and therapy techniques for home practice.
- Consulted with school personnel regarding student IEPs, 504 Plans related to speech, language goals and objectives.
- Scheduled, prepared paperwork and conducted ARD/IEP meetings with parents.
Speech Therapist
Palestine Independent School District
Palestine, Tx
08.1993 - 05.1999
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions for students with speech disorders.
- Developed customized treatment plans based on student assessments and needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate speech goals into classroom activities.
- Educated families on speech development and therapy techniques for home practice.
- Consulted with school personnel regarding student IEPs, 504 Plans related to speech, language goals and objectives.
- Scheduled, prepared paperwork and conducted ARD/IEP meetings with parents.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX08-2019
Bachelor of Science - Speech And Hearing Therapy
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX05-1993
Skills
- Functional behavior assessment
- Behavior modification
- Assistive technology
- Augmentative communication
- Crisis management
- Non-violent crisis intervention
- Excellent classroom management
- Group and individual instruction
- Co-teaching experience
- Visual supports
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Paraprofessional oversight
- Relationship building
- De-escalation techniques
- Clear communication
- Autism spectrum
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Wichita Falls ISD
08.2004 - Current
Speech Therapist
Tyler Independent School District
08.1999 - 05.2004
Speech Therapist
Palestine Independent School District
08.1993 - 05.1999
Master of Arts - Special Education
Texas Tech University
Bachelor of Science - Speech And Hearing Therapy
Stephen F. Austin State University