Suzzy Post
Special Education Consultant
Dorr,MI
Summary
Dedicated educator with 16 years of experience in the field of special education. Proven ability to collaborate with families, educators, and administrators to develop individualized education plans and ensure that all students receive the specialized instruction and support they require in order to succeed. Collaborative and accommodating professional with in-depth knowledge of special education programs, intervention plans and community resources. Driven educator, seeking to continue learning and growing professionally.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
1st Grade Teacher
Byron Center Public Schools – Brown Elementary School
08.2019 - Current
- Work together with grade-level team to design year-long scope and sequence for all subject areas based on Common Core State Standards
- Design and implement daily lesson plans in all academic subject areas
- Foster students’ curiosity and love for learning by teaching engaging lessons that encourage students to inquire and explore
- Conduct both formative and summative assessments for students in all academic subject areas
- Use formative assessment data to drive instruction; adapted instruction based on students’ needs to ensure mastery of content for all students
- Differentiate instruction to meet all students’ academic, behavior, and social/emotional needs
- Serve as a member of the IEP team for students with special needs in my classroom
- Provide accommodations in the general education setting as outlined by students’ IEPs and 504 plans
- Serve as a member of the school’s RTI team, conducting monthly meetings and collaborating with other RTI team members to support general education teachers and students
- Coordinate with paraprofessionals to ensure that students receive appropriate support in the areas of reading and math.
- Build positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
7th/8th Grade Special Education Teacher
Byron Center Public Schools – West Middle School
08.2012 - 08.2019
- Acted as case manager and special education teacher in both a self-contained and general education classroom setting for students with Learning Disabilities, Emotional Impairments, Cognitive Impairments, Other Health Impairments, Speech and Language Impairments, and Autism
- Conducted academic, adaptive skill, and behavioral assessments for students with disabilities
- Used this data to inform instruction and goal setting in special education and general education settings
- Developed and implemented Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities in accordance with state and federal regulations
- Collaborated with general education teachers, related service providers, parents/guardians, administrators, and other members of the educational team to develop and implement accommodations and modifications to support student success in the general education classroom
- Collaborated with school social worker to create positive behavior support plans for students with behavior intervention needs
- Serve as a member of the school’s RTI team, conducting monthly meetings and collaborating with other RTI team members to support general education teachers and students
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop a Schoolwide Positive Behavior Support system, and served on the PBS leadership team.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
K-3rd Special Education Teacher
National Heritage Academies, Walker Charter Academy
08.2010 - 08.2012
- Acted as case manager and special education teacher in both a self-contained and general education classroom setting for students with Learning Disabilities, Emotional Impairments, Cognitive Impairments, Other Health Impairments, Speech and Language Impairments, and Autism.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement.
- Conducted academic, adaptive skill, and behavioral assessments for students with disabilities. Used this data to inform instruction and goal setting in special education and general education settings.
- Developed and implemented Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities in accordance with state and federal regulations.
- Collaborated with general education teachers, related service providers, parents/guardians, administrators, and other members of the educational team to develop and implement accommodations and modifications to support student success in the general education classroom.
- Collaborated with school social worker to create positive behavior support plans for students with behavior intervention needs.
6th-8th Grade Special Education Teacher
National Heritage Academies, Vista Charter Academy
08.2008 - 08.2010
- Acted as case manager and special education teacher in both a self-contained and general education classroom setting for students with Learning Disabilities, Emotional Impairments, Cognitive Impairments, Other Health Impairments, Speech and Language Impairments, and Autism
- Used this data to inform instruction and goal setting in special education and general education settings
- Conducted academic, adaptive skill, and behavioral assessments for students with disabilities.
- Developed and implemented Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities in accordance with state and federal regulations.
- Collaborated with general education teachers, related service providers, parents/guardians, administrators, and other members of the educational team to develop and implement accommodations and modifications to support student success in the general education classroom.
- Collaborated with school social worker to create positive behavior support plans for students with behavior intervention needs.
3rd Grade Teacher
Wyoming Public Schools – Taft Elementary
08.2007 - 08.2008
- Worked together with grade-level team to design year-long scope and sequence for all subject areas based on Common Core State Standards
- Designed and implemented daily lesson plans in all academic subject areas
- Fostered student curiosity and love for learning by teaching engaging lessons
- Conducted both formative and summative assessments for students in all academic subject areas
- Used formative assessment data to drive instruction; adapted instruction based on students’ needs to ensure mastery of content for all students
- Differentiated instruction to meet all students’ academic, behavior, and social/emotional needs
- Served as a member of the IEP team for students with special needs in my classroom
- Provide accommodations in the general education setting as outlined by students’ IEPs and 504 plans.
9th-12th Grade Special Education Teacher
Wyoming Public Schools - Wyoming Park High School
08.2006 - 08.2007
- Acted as case manager and special education teacher in a self-contained setting for students with Severe Emotional Impairments.
- Conducted academic and behavioral assessments for students with Emotional Impairments. Used this data to inform instruction and goal setting in special education and general education settings.
- Developed and implemented Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities in accordance with state and federal regulations.
- Collaborated with general education teachers, related service providers, parents/guardians, administrators, and other members of the educational team to develop and implement accommodations and modifications to support student success in the general education classroom.
- Collaborated with school social worker to create positive behavior support plans for students with behavior intervention needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to students with Severe Emotional Impairments.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Differentiation
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI 01.2007 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education K-12
Hope College
Holland, MI 08.2002 - 05.2006
Skills
Industry Knowledge: Special Education, Differentiation, Student Advocacy, Development and Implementation of IEPs, Positive Behavior Supports, Crisis Prevention, Leader in Me, Capturing Kids Hearts, Assistive Technology
Technical Skills: owerSchool, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite
Key Skills: Teamwork, Collaboration, Support, Advocacy, Organization, Multi-Tasking, Timeliness, Verbal and Written Communication, Leadership, Social Awareness, Empathy, Conflict Resolution, Positivity, Strong Work-Ethic, Proactivity, Patience
Certification
Michigan Professional Teaching Certificate
Timeline
1st Grade Teacher
Byron Center Public Schools – Brown Elementary School
08.2019 - Current
7th/8th Grade Special Education Teacher
Byron Center Public Schools – West Middle School
08.2012 - 08.2019
K-3rd Special Education Teacher
National Heritage Academies, Walker Charter Academy
08.2010 - 08.2012
6th-8th Grade Special Education Teacher
National Heritage Academies, Vista Charter Academy
08.2008 - 08.2010
3rd Grade Teacher
Wyoming Public Schools – Taft Elementary
08.2007 - 08.2008
Master of Arts - Educational Differentiation
Grand Valley State University
01.2007 - 06.2008
9th-12th Grade Special Education Teacher
Wyoming Public Schools - Wyoming Park High School
08.2006 - 08.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education K-12
Hope College
08.2002 - 05.2006