Suzanne Knight
Amory,Ms
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with extensive experience at Monroe County Schools, adept at developing individualized education plans and implementing effective behavior management strategies. Proven ability to advocate for students and enhance their learning through specialized instruction and adaptive behavior assessments. Committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Monroe County Schools
08.2021 - Current
- Self contained teacher for Jr.High/High School students teaching functional academics and life skills.
- Self Contained teacher teaching severe and profound elementary age students.
Secretary/Bookkeeper
Knight Timber Service, LLC
09.1999 - Current
- General Secretary Duties.
Special Needs Assistant
Monroe County Schools
08.2010 - 05.2021
- Assist in the day to day care of special needs children in our school system which includes but not limited to; changing, feeding and physical therapy needs.
Assistant Teacher
Monroe County Schools
08.2007 - 08.2010
- Performed general assistant teacher duties.
Teller
Security Bank of Amory
06.1993 - 01.1995
- General Teller duties as well as kept the totals of the food stamp log.
Eligibility Worker
Lee County Department of Human Services
10.1989 - 07.1990
- Helped clients with various assistance applications and processed them in the States computer system.
Education
Masters of Arts - Teaching Special Education
Mississippi State University
12.2021
Bachelor of Technology - Business Technology
Mississippi University for Women
12.2012
Associates Degree - Computer Technology
Itawamba Community College
12.2004
Micro Computer Technology - Micro Computer Technology
Itawamba Community College
12.2004
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Individualized education plans
- Adaptive behavior assessment
- Learning strategies
- Behavior management
- IEP development
- Functional academics
- Student advocacy
- Social skills training
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Power Point
- Functional behavior assessment
- Transition planning
- Scheduling proficiency
- Visual supports
- Competent in smartboard technology
- MS office proficient
- Paraprofessional oversight
- Excellent classroom management
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Sensory integration
- Lesson planning
- Learning style assessments
- Microsoft Works
- Specialized instruction
- Curriculum modification
- Data analysis
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Parent engagement
- Instructional planning
- Personal hygiene support
- Parent communications
- Behavior modifications
- Emotional support
- Individual education plans
- National education association
- Assistive technology
- Progress evaluations
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Monroe County Schools
08.2021 - Current
Special Needs Assistant
Monroe County Schools
08.2010 - 05.2021
Assistant Teacher
Monroe County Schools
08.2007 - 08.2010
Secretary/Bookkeeper
Knight Timber Service, LLC
09.1999 - Current
Teller
Security Bank of Amory
06.1993 - 01.1995
Eligibility Worker
Lee County Department of Human Services
10.1989 - 07.1990
Masters of Arts - Teaching Special Education
Mississippi State University
Bachelor of Technology - Business Technology
Mississippi University for Women
Associates Degree - Computer Technology
Itawamba Community College
Micro Computer Technology - Micro Computer Technology
Itawamba Community College