Tara Michel
Albany
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher with many years experience in developing individualized education plans and implementing behavioral strategies. Strong collaboration skills with staff and parents to help students succeed in all settings.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School Special Education Teacher
Central De Witt Community Schools
De Witt
07.2021 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans for students with diverse needs.
- Collaborated with teachers and support staff to effectively implement curriculum materials, enhancing student engagement.
- Implemented positive behavioral management strategies for our classroom.
- Conducted assessments to monitor and document student progress, ensuring alignment with individualized education plans.
- Organized a Peer PE/Educational Assistant program to promote daily inclusive classroom activities.
- Trained and supported paraprofessionals, improving instructional delivery and student support in the classroom.
- Provided small group and one-on-one support to students in reading, writing, math and other subject areas.
- Taught students to advocate for their own needs at school, home, and in the community.
- Collaborated with associates, parents, AEA staff, and general education teachers to help students achieve their goals.
Special Education Teacher
Maquoketa Community School District
Maquoketa
08.1999 - 05.2021
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Individualized instructional materials for varied learning styles and abilities.
- Facilitated inclusive classroom activities that promoted social skills development and peer interaction.
- Implemented behavior management strategies that fostered student independence and enhanced classroom positivity.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to actively support and track student progress.
- Created a positive classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05-1999
Skills
- Curriculum design
- Student assessments and accommodations
- Behavior management
- Individualized plans
- Special needs advocacy
Affiliations
- Adjunct Professor at St. Ambrose University
Certification
- K-12 Instructional Strategist II: ID
K-8 Behavioral Disorders
K-8 Mental Disabilities Mild/Moderate
K-8 Learning Disabilities
K-8 Multicategorical Special Class with Integration
K-8 Instructional Strategist I: Mild/Moderate
Timeline
High School Special Education Teacher
Central De Witt Community Schools
07.2021 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Maquoketa Community School District
08.1999 - 05.2021
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of Iowa