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Takami Frank

Tolleson,Arizona

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

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Tolleson Elementary School District
08.2015 - Current
  • Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
  • Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.

Resource Teacher

Cartwright Elementary School District
08.2012 - 08.2015
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
  • Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a safe and supportive environment conducive to learning.
  • Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.

Reading Intervention Teacher

Dysart Unified School District
10.2009 - 05.2011
  • Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
  • Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
  • Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
  • Provided targeted support for at-risk students through one-on-one tutoring sessions and small group instruction.

General Education Teacher

Dysart Unified School District
08.2000 - 10.2009
  • Improved student comprehension by implementing differentiated instruction strategies and modifying lesson plans to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
  • Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.

Education

Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
08.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Japanese Language And Literature

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
12.1993

Skills

  • Motivating students
  • Literacy Intervention
  • Lesson Planning
  • Individual Education Plans IEPs
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Curriculum Adjustments

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Tolleson Elementary School District
08.2015 - Current

Resource Teacher

Cartwright Elementary School District
08.2012 - 08.2015

Reading Intervention Teacher

Dysart Unified School District
10.2009 - 05.2011

General Education Teacher

Dysart Unified School District
08.2000 - 10.2009

Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Arts - Japanese Language And Literature

Arizona State University

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