Susan Wuest
Kent,WA
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher focused on building students' strengths and confidence. Committed to providing students with firm guidelines, structure, routines and dependability to foster social and academic growth.
Including several years of experience teaching students with cognitive impairments in a contained classroom with ample opportunities for inclusion.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
East Allen County Schools
Woodburn, IN
08.2007 - 06.2024
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Utilized technology resources such as online programs and assistive devices.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers, including speech therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, as well as Deaf and Hard of Hearing, and Vision Impaired services.
- Established positive relationships with students and their families.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Served as an advocate for special education students within the school system.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Organized field trips or community experiences to enhance learning opportunities for special education students.
- Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
- Developed and implemented Individual Education Plans.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
University of St. Francis
Ft. Wayne, IN05-1985
Skills
- Instructional Strategies
- Progress Evaluations
- Head Teacher Support
- Excellent classroom management
- Unified Sports Coordinator
- Motivating students
- Behavior Modifications
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Social Skills Development
- Parent Communication
- De-Escalation Techniques (CPI Certified)
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Differentiated Instruction
- Job readiness training
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
East Allen County Schools
08.2007 - 06.2024
Master of Science - Special Education
University of St. Francis