At Council Rock School District, I enhanced student emotional well-being and increased parent involvement, showcasing my special education expertise and empathy development. Leveraging collaborative teamwork and effective communication, I led small group workshops, mentored new teachers, and integrated social-emotional learning, significantly contributing to a positive school culture.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Emotional Support Teacher
Council Rock School District
01.1995 - 05.2024
Enhanced emotional well-being of students by fostering positive relationships and creating a supportive classroom environment.
Developed and led workshops for parents to better understand their child''s emotional needs and provide support at home.
Served as a mentor to new Emotional Support Teachers, providing guidance on best practices and sharing valuable resources.
Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in committees dedicated to improving overall student wellbeing and mental health services.
Coordinated with outside agencies and service providers to ensure comprehensive support for students both inside and outside the classroom.
Increased parent involvement through regular communication, sharing resources, and encouraging participation in school events.
Collaborated with other teachers and specialists to develop effective support strategies for students with diverse needs.
Implemented behavior management techniques and plans to maintain a productive, safe and respectful classroom atmosphere.
Advocated for the integration of social-emotional learning curriculum within the school community, resulting in increased awareness among staff members.
Provided one-on-one support for students struggling with emotional or behavioral challenges, promoting healthy coping skills and self-regulation strategies.
Participated in professional development opportunities focused on supporting the emotional growth of students, enhancing my skills as an educator.
Monitored student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to maximize success.
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
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.
Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedules.
Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Lock Haven University
Lock Haven, PA
05-1985
Skills
Empathy development
Special education expertise
Team collaboration
Motivated to learn new skills
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Reliability
Effective communication
Time management skills
Collaborative Teamwork
Professionalism
Safety monitoring
Adaptability
Non-verbal communication
Organizational skills
Timeline
Emotional Support Teacher
Council Rock School District
01.1995 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Lock Haven University
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