Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
OBJECTIVE
Certification
PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS
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Tanya Florida

Flushing,MI

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher with more than 25 years of educational experience serving diverse learners across elementary and middle school settings. Proven ability to design individualized instruction, foster inclusive learning environments, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support student growth. Extensive experience developing and implementing IEPs, utilizing data-driven instruction, and supporting students with cognitive impairments, behavioral needs, and diverse learning profiles. Recognized for building positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues while maintaining high expectations and promoting student independence.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Middle School MiCI Self-Contained Program Teacher

Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools
Flint, MI
01.2011 - Current
  • Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with cognitive impairments
  • Provide individualized, small-group, and functional academic instruction aligned to student goals
  • Modify and adapt curriculum to meet diverse learning needs
  • Implement behavior intervention strategies and positive behavior supports (PBIS)
  • Collect and analyze student data to guide instruction and monitor progress
  • Lead IEP meetings with families and multidisciplinary teams
  • Collaborate with general education staff to support inclusion and accommodations
  • Coordinate with related service providers (OT, PT, SLP)
  • Support development of life skills, communication, and student independence
  • Utilize assistive technology to enhance learning outcomes
  • Supervise and train paraprofessionals
  • Ensure compliance with state and federal special education requirements
  • Designed and implemented engaging curriculum to enhance student learning outcomes.
  • Facilitated collaborative classroom activities promoting teamwork and critical thinking skills.

Carman-Ainsworth Substitute and Elementary Teacher

Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools
Flint, MI
01.1999 - 06.2011

1999- 2004 I worked as a daily substitute and did three-long term substitution placements.

2004- Elementary Teacher

Education

Master of Arts in Education -

University of Michigan-Flint
Flint, MI
01-2009

Bachelor of Arts -

University of Michigan-Flint
Flint, MI
01-2002

OBJECTIVE

To secure a position in a self-contained Cognitive Impairment (MiCI) classroom where I can utilize over 25 years of special education experience to support students with diverse learning, behavioral, and developmental needs. Committed to delivering individualized, structured instruction that promotes independence, functional life skills, academic growth, and meaningful student progress in a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Certification

  • Professional Teaching Certification
  • Elementary K-5 all subjects (K-8 all subjects in self-contained Classroom (ZG) K-8
  • Cognitive Impairment (SA) K-12

PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS

  • Builds strong, respectful relationships with students and families
  • Creates structured, supportive, and highly organized learning environments
  • Demonstrates strong leadership within multidisciplinary teams
  • Maintains a student-centered approach focused on growth and independence
  • Committed to continuous improvement and evidence-based instructional practices

Timeline

Middle School MiCI Self-Contained Program Teacher

Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools
01.2011 - Current

Carman-Ainsworth Substitute and Elementary Teacher

Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools
01.1999 - 06.2011

Master of Arts in Education -

University of Michigan-Flint

Bachelor of Arts -

University of Michigan-Flint