Tarin Willett
Peoria,AZ
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate special education strategist with a proven track record of fostering inclusive environments and maximizing student and teacher success. Leveraging 7 years of experience in special education coordination, program development, and team leadership, I am dedicated to ensuring equitable access to quality education for students with diverse needs. Proficient in implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), collaborating with educators and families, and staying abreast of best practices in special education. Committed to promoting a supportive and empowering educational experience that enables every student to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Prep Program
Deer Valley Unified School District
Phoenix , AZ
2023.03 - Current
- Developed course curriculum and lesson plans for teachers in the accredited Teacher Prep Program.
- Created online content and web-based resources to support student learning.
- Provided feedback to students on assignments and exams.
- Reviewed textbooks, software applications and other educational materials for use in classes.
- Encouraged critical thinking by facilitating discussions among professionals.
- Coached individual students who needed additional assistance.
- Delivered course lectures using modern technology to enhance student comprehension.
- Maintained student engagement through creative subject delivery and learning activities.
- Formulated well-structured syllabus of course content to detail learning goals and expected outcomes.
- Structured assignments with clear goals and criteria for assessment.
- Applied creative instruction methods to promote student learning objectives.
Special Education Strategist
Deer Valley Unified School District
Peoria , AZ
2018.07 - Current
- Participated in intensive leadership training and provided training to colleagues on individualized education plan writing.
- Visited classrooms to coach teachers in instructional techniques.
- Developed positive relationships with school students, teachers, families and local community.
- Collaborated with various departments to support and establish programs, lessons and student activities.
- Promoted parent and teacher partnerships and communications to support students' educational goals.
- Oversaw training and development for school faculty and staff to convey program goals and intervention strategies.
- Updated documentation and wrote reports detailing IDEA regulations and progress.
- Monitored students academic progress, mental health and sociability through ongoing individual assessments.
- Earned outstanding evaluation ratings of 99%.
Special Education Teacher
Deer Valley Unified School District
Peora , Arizona
2011.12 - 2023.05
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Developed individual educational plans designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
- Eliminated learning gaps and effectively instructed students by using teaching aids and motivational strategies.
- Fostered positive and trusting relationships with students to increase engagement.
- Facilitated functional life skills development in students with autism through explicit instruction and repetition to entrench skills.
- Wrote and presented documents for Individual Education Plan conferences.
- Collaborated with general education instructors across multiple departments to optimize student learning.
Education
Associate of Arts - Education
Maricopa Community Colleges - Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZ05.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Arizona State University
Phoenix, AZ12.2011
Master of Arts - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2013
Skills
- In-depth knowledge of autism and other developmental disabilities
- Excellent classroom management
- Social skills development
- MS Office proficient
- Google proficient
- Scheduling proficiency
- Behavioral/cognitive skills development
- Teaching and learning assessments
- Staff and educator guidance
- Data-driven instruction
- Annual reviews
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Teacher Prep Program
Deer Valley Unified School District
2023.03 - Current
Special Education Strategist
Deer Valley Unified School District
2018.07 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Deer Valley Unified School District
2011.12 - 2023.05
Associate of Arts - Education
Maricopa Community Colleges - Glendale Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Arizona State University
Master of Arts - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
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