Tamra L. Thompson
Kelso,WA
Summary
Patient and compassionate Special Education Teacher with experience in devising and implementing effective special education strategies. Skilled at individualizing instruction based on students' needs and interests. Strong background in creating positive learning environments, fostering parent-teacher relationships, and managing Individualized Education Programs (IEP) to support student success. Previous work has resulted in improved academic performance for special needs students.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Longview School District
Longview, WA
08.2024 - Current
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
Special Education Teacher/Mentor Teacher
Kelso School District
Kelso, WA
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
- Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities.
- Served as an advocate for special education students within the school system.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district-wide assessments.
- Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
- Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Special Education Teacher
Vancouver School District
Vancouver, WA
10.2013 - 08.2022
- Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
- Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities.
Special Education Teacher
MESD
Portland, OR
09.2009 - 08.2012
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
Special Education Teacher
Klamath Falls School District
Klamath Falls, OR
09.2007 - 08.2009
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Southern Oregon University
Ashland, OR06-2007
Southern Oregon University
Ashland, ORSkills
- Individual education plans
- Behavior management
- Differentiated instruction
- IEP compliance
- Data analysis
- Collaborative teaching
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Longview School District
08.2024 - Current
Special Education Teacher/Mentor Teacher
Kelso School District
08.2022 - 08.2024
Special Education Teacher
Vancouver School District
10.2013 - 08.2022
Special Education Teacher
MESD
09.2009 - 08.2012
Special Education Teacher
Klamath Falls School District
09.2007 - 08.2009
Master of Science - Special Education
Southern Oregon University
Southern Oregon University
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