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Tabitha Loso

Education
Shrewsbury,VT

Summary

Special education professional with proven track record of fostering inclusive learning environments and implementing effective instructional strategies. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and achieving positive educational outcomes, adaptable to changing classroom dynamics. Skilled in behavior management, curriculum development, and student advocacy, bringing reliability and flexibility to role. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

17
years of professional experience
1
Certificate

Work History

Mill River Unified Union School District

Special Education Teacher-Long Term Substitute
02.2024 - 12.2024

Job overview

  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Promoted positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.

Mill River Unified Union School District

Special Education Paraprofessional
09.2017 - Current

Job overview

  • Maintain positive attitude and affirmatively communicate with each student.
  • Support teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
  • Assist teachers and work individually with students with special needs, helping each navigate the education system.
  • Deliver personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Instruct small groups of students to reinforce basic concepts with established curriculum.
  • Assist with data-collection.

Rutland Mental Health Services

Therapeutic Case Manager
06.2013 - 09.2017

Job overview

  • Conducted intake assessments and diagnosis evaluations.
  • Developed treatment plans and goals for children and their families.
  • Provided and documented direct clinical services to children and their families.
  • Organized and conducted Service Coordination Plans to provide wraparound and targeted support for children and their families.
  • Provided community support, family support, service coordination, and planning.
  • Maintaining positive, collaborative relationships with clients, families, referral sources, and community partners.
  • Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
  • Referred families to shelters, legal resources and educational programs.
  • Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs and resolve roadblocks.

Tapestry Program, Proctor Elementary School

After-School Site Coordinator
09.2012 - 06.2013

Job overview

  • Assisted with student to staff ratio by facilitating classes and clubs in absence of regularly assigned staff.
  • Provided training, guidance and ongoing support to program staff.
  • Invested in staff professional development by conducting classroom observations, assessing needs, engaging in coaching conversations and referring staff to training sessions.
  • Created and organized program schedule to include academic, recreation and enrichment activities.
  • Connected and frequently communicated with students and parents regarding programs, policies and individual needs.
  • Supervised up to 30 students during outdoor exercise periods, monitoring group and individual safety.
  • Managed behavioral issues and used positive behavior strategies for groups of up to 30 students.

Rutland County Head Start

Head Start Lead Teacher
09.2007 - 08.2010

Job overview

  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.

Education

Johnson State College
Johnson, VT

Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
12.2012

University Overview

Magna Cum Laude

Becker College
Worcester, MA

Associate of Science from Graphic Design
12.1999

Skills

  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Developing Social Skills
  • Skills Strategies
  • Instructional Support
  • Health and Wellness Education
  • Small Group Support
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Behavioral Plan Management
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Compassionate Care
  • IEP Implementation
  • Collaborative Environments
  • Teaching and Instruction

Timeline

Special Education Teacher-Long Term Substitute

Mill River Unified Union School District
02.2024 - 12.2024

Special Education Paraprofessional

Mill River Unified Union School District
09.2017 - Current

Therapeutic Case Manager

Rutland Mental Health Services
06.2013 - 09.2017

After-School Site Coordinator

Tapestry Program, Proctor Elementary School
09.2012 - 06.2013

Head Start Lead Teacher

Rutland County Head Start
09.2007 - 08.2010
  • Early Childhood Special Education Provisional License - March, 2024-June, 2025
  • Special Education Provisional K-8 License - March, 2024-June, 2025
  • 200-Hour Certified Yoga Teacher & Social Emotional Learning Facilitator
  • CPR, First Aid, and CPI Certified

Johnson State College

Bachelor of Arts from Psychology

Becker College

Associate of Science from Graphic Design

Certification

  • Early Childhood Special Education Provisional License - March, 2024-June, 2025
  • Special Education Provisional K-8 License - March, 2024-June, 2025
  • 200-Hour Certified Yoga Teacher & Social Emotional Learning Facilitator
  • CPR, First Aid, and CPI Certified
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