Tashana Edwards
Lithonia,GA
Summary
To obtain an administrative position where I can utilize my skills, education, and experience to assist the operations of an organization.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Ed. Teacher
C.J. Hicks Elementary
01.2024 - Current
- Create IEPs and daily lesson plans for each student; provide quarterly IEP progress reports to monitor progress towards meeting annual goals
- Collaborate with general education teachers and speech pathologists to provide differentiated instruction and classroom accommodations/modifications
- Started a weekly email newsletter to keep parents updated on classroom events, projects and student progress.
Practical Instructor
Rockdale Youth Detention Center
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Instructs student through lectures and demonstrations of the methods and techniques
- Counsel and instructs student in the habits of daily living and work routines
- Adapts instructional methods and materials to meet student varying needs, abilities, and interests.
Credentialing Specialist
Children’s Dentistry
09.2016 - 10.2021
- Credential and recredential new and existing providers with commercial and Medicaid payers
- Maintain and update CAQH profiles as needed in a timely manner
- Apply for and renew annually all providers credentials
- Answer and respond to payers telephone calls and emails with professionalism.
Education
Masters in Special Education
Phoenix University
05.2021
ASA College
05.2012
Skills
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- Classroom Organization
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Positive Reinforcement
- Social Skills Training
- Communication Strategies
Selected Courses
- American Criminal Justice
- Introduction to Criminology
- Introduction to Law Enforcement
- Child Welfare/ Child Abuse prevention
- Criminal Law and Procedures
- Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice
- Sociology and Psychology
Skills And Qualification
- Proficient in MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Highly Motivated, energetic professional with a strong work ethic
- Outstanding communication and customer service skills
- Familiar with concepts of psychology, ethical, and diversity issues within society
- Knowledge of Eaglesoft Dental Software
- Type 50 wpm
References
FURNISHED UPON REQUEST
Timeline
Special Ed. Teacher
C.J. Hicks Elementary
01.2024 - Current
Practical Instructor
Rockdale Youth Detention Center
02.2023 - 01.2024
Credentialing Specialist
Children’s Dentistry
09.2016 - 10.2021
Masters in Special Education
Phoenix University
ASA College