Suzanne Friou
Teacher
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Special Education Resource Teacher
Cambridge Elementary (AHISD)
San Antonio, TX
08.2021 - Current
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Taught students in self-contained and resource environments.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Co-Teacher/Resource Teacher
Steubing Ranch Elementary (NEISD)
San Antonio, TX
08.2017 - 05.2021
- Created IEPs, conducted ARD meetings, and maintained records in compliance with Texas laws
- Prepared schedules for special education students and paraprofessionals
- Designed and provided curriculum resource instruction to special education students
- Collaborated with general education teachers to support academic diversity within the general education classroom
2nd Grade Teacher
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help (Archdiocese Of SA)
Selma, TX
01.2017 - 10.2017
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
2nd Grade and 5th Grade Teacher
Elolf Elementary (Judson ISD)
Converse, TX
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
4th Grade Teacher
Heritage School
Fredericksburg, TX
08.2012 - 05.2013
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Kept classroom clean, organized and safe for students and visitors.
4th Grade Teacher
St. Charles Borromeo School (Diocese Of Orlando)
Orlando, FL
08.2004 - 05.2012
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Kept classroom clean, organized and safe for students and visitors.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism/Psychology
University of Mississippi
University, MS 08.1981 - 05.1985
Skills
Special education
Trained in CPI
Elementary education
Differentiated instruction
Classroom management
Group and individual instruction
Lesson Planning
Certification
Texas EC-6th Generalist
Timeline
Special Education Resource Teacher
Cambridge Elementary (AHISD)
08.2021 - Current
Co-Teacher/Resource Teacher
Steubing Ranch Elementary (NEISD)
08.2017 - 05.2021
2nd Grade Teacher
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help (Archdiocese Of SA)
01.2017 - 10.2017
Texas Special Education EC-12th
08-2016
Texas ESL
07-2015
Texas Gifted and Talented
11-2014
2nd Grade and 5th Grade Teacher
Elolf Elementary (Judson ISD)
01.2014 - 01.2017
Texas EC-6th Generalist
11-2013
4th Grade Teacher
Heritage School
08.2012 - 05.2013
4th Grade Teacher
St. Charles Borromeo School (Diocese Of Orlando)
08.2004 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism/Psychology
University of Mississippi
08.1981 - 05.1985