Tammy Parker
Rock Springs,Wyoming
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Rock Springs Junior High
2018.08 - Current
- Worked in a Resource Setting teaching ELA and Writing to a varying group: Learning Disabled, Emotionally Handicapped, Multiply Handicapped, Mentally Handicapped.
- Detailed students’ problems and individualized student instruction to meet specific needs.
- Recorded and documented all data, scores and behavior.
- Implemented Behavior Modification Strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support student development and well-being.
- Provided training and mentorship to new staff in special education practices.
Special Education Teacher
Arkansas Virtual Academy
2013.09 - 2018.08
- Taught Math and English 8-12 in a Resource and Inclusion setting.
- Created and monitored course virtually.
- Collected data on students for IEP goals and objectives.
- Contacted students and parents through phone and email. Documented contacts.
- Wrote IEP's for all students: Annuals, Transfers, Manifestations, Initials, Separate Programming Conferences and Failure Conferences.
- Facilitated all Related Services for students on my caseload.
- Mentored new Special Ed teachers-Audited compliance folders, assisted with paperwork, helped create classes in the Online System, assisted with trouble shooting and communication to parents and students.
- Attended the following Professional Developments: Kagan Strategies, Questioning Techniques, Transition Conferences, Standards Based IEP writing, Data Collection, Creating Courses in the Online High School, Blackboard Management, Application Sharing and Web Tour, Professional Learning Communities.
Special Education Teacher
JA Fair High School
2006.01 - 2010.05
- Taught English I-IV, Biology, Physical Science, Chemistry, World History, Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry in a 9th-12th Resource Room setting with students of varying ability: Other Health Impaired, Emotional Disturbance, Learning Disabled, Multiple Handicapped, Mentally Handicapped, Autistic and CBI placement.
- Maintained Special Education paperwork for 30+ students using SEAS.
- Scheduled and attended Annual Reviews and Special Education Meetings.
- Implemented, developed and evaluated IEP goals and objectives.
Special Education Teacher
Cypress Creek High School
2003.08 - 2005.12
- Taught English I-IV, Algebra, Geometry, Math Models Application, and Social Skills in an Adaptive Behavior setting.
- Assumed full responsibility for development of program: Curriculum, Unit Planning and Lesson Planning..
- Implemented Behavior Modification Program and Strategies: Kept daily behavior records and logs, bought all tangible incentives for AB store for students to withdraw.
- Implemented, developed and evaluated IEP data collection, goals, objectives and modifications.
- Attended numerous staff developments: “The Magnificent Seven”, “Building Better Relationships”, “Capturing Kids’ Hearts”, Karen Wanjara’s Reading Strategies class, CBI Training, Ron Clarks’s Essential 55 book study.
Special Education Teacher
Jersey Village High School
2001.08 - 2003.05
- Worked as an English I Resource and Co-Teach teacher in a 9th grade classroom with students of varying ability: Learning Disabled, Emotionally Handicapped, Other Health Impaired, Mentally Handicapped, Multiply Handicapped.
- Implemented, developed and evaluated IEP goals, objectives and modifications.
- Attended Share Session: “Motivating the Unmotivated.”
Special Education Teacher
Katy High School
2000.01 - 2001.05
- Worked as a Resource Room Teacher in a 9th grade classroom with students of varying ability: Learning Disabled, Emotionally Handicapped, Mentally Handicapped, Multiple Handicapped, Other Health Impaired, Autistic.
- Implemented Behavior Modification Program and Strategies.
- Implemented, developed and evaluated IEP goals and objectives.
- Attended Staff Development in Gradebook 2, Positive Attitude in the Workplace, How to Chair ARD Meetings and Incorporating Quizzes, Tests and Activities into your Web Page.
Lead Teacher
Restoration School
1999.09 - 1999.12
- Implemented, developed and evaluated IEP goals and objectives.
- Mentored junior teachers, enhancing instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Led curriculum development for diverse student populations, ensuring inclusivity and engagement.
Behavior Management Teacher
Jefferson Middle School
1999.01 - 1999.06
- Worked in a Behavior Modification Setting in a 6:1, 6th and 7th grade classroom with students of varying ability: Emotionally Handicapped, Learning Disabled, ADD, ADHD, Bi-Polar and Conduct.
- Implemented Behavior Modification Program: “Steps to Success” which is now a model for all behavior modification classrooms and Jefferson Middle School.
- Implemented, developed and evaluated IEP goals and objectives.
Special Education Teacher
Brockport Middle School
1995.09 - 1998.12
- Worked in a self-contained setting in a 15:1, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade classroom with student of Varying ability: Learning Disabled, Emotionally Handicapped, Multiply Handicapped, Mentally Handicapped.
- Graded, scored and analyzed student exams. Tested students for achievement levels with the Woodcock and K-TEA.
- Recorded and documented all data, scores and behavior.
- Implemented, developed and evaluated IEP goals and objectives.
- Attended Staff Development in: Power Point, Integration of the Internet, Life Space Intervention, Implementing Modifications, De-Escalation Techniques and Council for Exceptional Children.
- Member of Several Committees: Master Schedule, Site-Base and Violence Prevention.
Education
B.S. Degree - Special and Elementary Education
SUNY Geneseo
01.1995
Associate of Applied Science - Information Systems
Western Wyoming Community College
Rock Springs, WY2027-05
M.S. Degree - Education-Specialization: Curriculum Design and Implementation
SUNY Brockport
01.1997
B.A Degree - Geography
SUNY Geneseo
01.1995
Skills
- Time and Work management
- Organized
- Relationship building
- Social integration
- Scheduling proficiency
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Collaborative teamwork
- Data management
- Team collaboration
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Progress evaluations
- Records management
Certification
- New York Permanent Teaching Certification: Elementary Education, K-6 and Special Education, K-12
- Texas Teaching Certification: Elementary Education, 1-8: All Subjects, Special Education, K-12
- Wyoming Teaching Certification: Elementary Education, K-6 and Special Education, K-12
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Rock Springs Junior High
2018.08 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Arkansas Virtual Academy
2013.09 - 2018.08
Special Education Teacher
JA Fair High School
2006.01 - 2010.05
Special Education Teacher
Cypress Creek High School
2003.08 - 2005.12
Special Education Teacher
Jersey Village High School
2001.08 - 2003.05
Special Education Teacher
Katy High School
2000.01 - 2001.05
Lead Teacher
Restoration School
1999.09 - 1999.12
Behavior Management Teacher
Jefferson Middle School
1999.01 - 1999.06
Special Education Teacher
Brockport Middle School
1995.09 - 1998.12
M.S. Degree - Education-Specialization: Curriculum Design and Implementation
SUNY Brockport
B.A Degree - Geography
SUNY Geneseo
B.S. Degree - Special and Elementary Education
SUNY Geneseo
Associate of Applied Science - Information Systems
Western Wyoming Community College
Other Employment/Memberships/Honors/Activities
- The National Society Of Leadership and Success Inductee
- Special Olympics Volunteer
- Guide Dog Foundation Volunteer: Raised 5 Guide Dog Puppies
- Gamma Theta Upsilon International Honor Society
- Head Lifeguard: 1990-1995, Fair Haven State Park