Teresa Lawton
Madison,TN
Summary
To obtain a position where can utilize skills as well as learn new ones. Resilient Special Education Teachers are familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Exceptional Educational Interventionist Teacher
Neely's Bend Elementary School
1300 Neely's Bend Rd
08.2023 - Current
- Am Low Incidence Interventionist for K, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 6th Grade students
- In classroom nine students, four of 6 graders are Alt-Assessment and responsible for providing all their academic courses (ELA, Math, Social Studies, and Science) and making sure their lessons are aligned with State Standards current duties include weekly lesson preparation and presentation for all nine students have created tools for instruction and behavioral support.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to learning abilities and needs.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and promoting a positive learning environment.
- Conducted small group instruction focusing on specific skill areas, allowing for targeted remediation efforts within the classroom setting.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Helped students build skills to navigate typical academic and social situations.
- Utilized technology tools effectively to enhance instruction delivery during intervention sessions while maintaining a high level of student engagement.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Served as a liaison between school administrators, teachers, and families regarding intervention services and available resources.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Enhanced communication between teachers, parents, and support staff by coordinating regular meetings to discuss student progress.
- Monitored student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting interventions as needed to maximize success.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Enhanced knowledge by attending training and adopting new technologies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and refine curriculum materials for use in intervention programs, ensuring alignment with state standards.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to remain current on best practices in educational interventions and instructional methods.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data, ensuring timely reporting of progress reports to relevant stakeholders.
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
Exceptional Educational Paraprofessional
Joelton Elementary School
7141 Whites Creek Pike
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Current duties include but are not limited to giving academic support to Students in grades 1-5 with specialized lesson plans
- Implementing prescribed behavioral plans and strategies and positive behavior support
- Maintaining safety of students by acting as positive role model
- Collaborating with Exceptional and General Education teachers to implement classroom Individualized Education Plans for students.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trusting and supportive relationships that encouraged academic success.
- Supported teachers in implementation of behavior intervention plans, promoting safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Supported teachers and students within classroom as established in partnerships with other staff.
- Copied, organized, and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Exceptional Education Companion One-on-One
Tennessee School for the Blind
115 Stewarts Ferry Pike
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Duties included but were not limited to assisting one child 12 years of age with specialized lesson plans for child with Autism, blindness, and developmental delays
- Implementing prescribed behavioral strategies and positive behavior support
- Maintaining safety of students by acting as positive role model
- Collaborating with lead teacher to implement classroom individual educational programs.
Parent Volunteer Coordinator
Faith Is The Victory Church
3344 Walton Ln
05.2007 - 05.2018
- Duties include but are not limited to clerical and administrative; maintaining computer database of children that are enrolled and parent volunteers, supervising approximately 90 volunteers, organizing schedules, processing registration packets of new volunteers, answering questions, and addressing any concerns volunteers may have
- Creating lesson plans and curriculum for children ages 4 through Pre-K, as well as creating activities for ages newborn through Pre-K, ordering and stocking materials used in classrooms, organizing worker appreciation, organizing, and decorating for events held for children and their parents.
Para-Professional (Teaching Assistant)
Westview Primary School
98 Westview Blvd
01.2002 - 01.2006
- Duties included but were not limited to, assisting children ages 3-5 years of age with specialized lesson plans for children with emotional disorders, autism, down syndrome, and developmental delays
- Implementing prescribed behavioral strategies and positive behavior support
- Maintaining safety of students, and acting as positive role model
- Collaborating with lead teacher to implement classroom individual education programs
- Creating progress summaries and report cards
- Engaging parents and families in students' education, conducting home visits as well as acting as ambassadors for school in community
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Chemistry
Tennessee State University
3500 John A. Merritt BlvdHigh School Diploma - Biology, Chemistry, Oceanography, Marine biology, and Physics
Andover High School
80 Shawsheen Rd05.1979
MED Special Education GYO Cohort program - Education
David Lipscomb University
Nashville, TN08.2024
Master's Degree in Education - Instructional Technology
American Intercontinental University
01.2006
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Data Entry
- Management
- Customer Service
- Parenting Skills Training
- Elementary Education
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Exceptional Educational Interventionist Teacher
Neely's Bend Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
Exceptional Educational Paraprofessional
Joelton Elementary School
08.2019 - 05.2023
Exceptional Education Companion One-on-One
Tennessee School for the Blind
10.2018 - 05.2019
Parent Volunteer Coordinator
Faith Is The Victory Church
05.2007 - 05.2018
Para-Professional (Teaching Assistant)
Westview Primary School
01.2002 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science Degree - Chemistry
Tennessee State University
High School Diploma - Biology, Chemistry, Oceanography, Marine biology, and Physics
Andover High School
MED Special Education GYO Cohort program - Education
David Lipscomb University
Master's Degree in Education - Instructional Technology
American Intercontinental University