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Susan Taurone

Enid

Summary

Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Enid Public Schools, adept in IEP implementation and fostering cognitive development. Skilled in conflict resolution and classroom management, I effectively engaged neurodiverse students, enhancing their learning experiences and promoting positive behavior through tailored instructional strategies. I am currently seeking a Master's level certification in Library Media and am hoping to gain employment as a Library Media Specialist with Enid Public Schools upon graduation.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Enid Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.

Certified Substitute Teacher

Mascoutah School District
08.2016 - 05.2018
  • Completed documentation of attendance, grades, and other required details.
  • Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts, and in-depth subject matter.
  • Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Solomon Elementary School
10.2007 - 05.2013
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • 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.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.

Education

Certificate - Library Media

Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK
12-2026

Master of Arts - Education

Chaminade University
Honolulu, HI
12-2009

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR
12-2005

Skills

  • Cognitive and behavioral development
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Excellent classroom management
  • IEP and BIP implementation

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Enid Public Schools
08.2018 - Current

Certified Substitute Teacher

Mascoutah School District
08.2016 - 05.2018

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Solomon Elementary School
10.2007 - 05.2013

Certificate - Library Media

Oklahoma State University

Master of Arts - Education

Chaminade University

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

University of Central Arkansas

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