Tara Girch
Hanahan,SC
Summary
Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Berkley County School District
Goose Creek, SC
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
Owner and Instructor
MarTar Swim School
Hanahan, SC
01.1999 - Current
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Analyzed client business needs and assisted in determining appropriate resources and strategies.
Adaptive PE Teacher
Linwood School
Howard County, MD
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Developed and implemented creative physical education activities to engage students in a variety of sports, games, and fitness exercises.
Physical Education and Health Teacher
Department Of Juvenile Services
Laurel, MD
08.2007 - 11.2010
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that emphasize health-related topics such as nutrition, physical activity, stress management, and disease prevention.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Loyola College
Baltimore, MD12-1997
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education
Towson State University
Baltimore, MD06-1992
Skills
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Learning Style Assessments
- Behavior Modifications
- Job readiness training
- Skills Development
- De-Escalation Techniques
Accomplishments
- Humanitarian Award, 2011 United States Swim School Association
- Teacher of the Month, Phillip SImmons Middle School 2020
- Governors citation for our swim school
Certification
- South Carolina Certification 2029; Early Childhood, Physical Education, Elementary, Special Education.
Various hats
I have a very diverse background in education. Including inner city, detention center as well as suburban areas. I also have owned and managed my swim school for over 25 years.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Berkley County School District
08.2023 - Current
Adaptive PE Teacher
Linwood School
08.2018 - 07.2019
Physical Education and Health Teacher
Department Of Juvenile Services
08.2007 - 11.2010
Owner and Instructor
MarTar Swim School
01.1999 - Current
Master of Arts - Special Education
Loyola College
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education
Towson State University
- South Carolina Certification 2029; Early Childhood, Physical Education, Elementary, Special Education.
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