Terri Clinton-Reinke
Special Education Teacher
Atlantic,IA
Summary
Versatile and dedicated teacher with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students.. Certified and licensed in Iowa and recognized as highly qualified educator. Coordinates well with classroom teachers with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Special Education Teacher
CAM School District
Anita, IA
08.2011 - Current
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Special Education Teacher
Lewisville Independent School District
Lewisville, TX
08.2006 - 06.2011
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Xerox Inside Sales Rep
Xerox
Lewisville, TX
08.1996 - 08.2006
- Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices, and availability.
- Managed friendly and professional customer interactions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential.
- Determined needs, delivered solutions, and overcame objections through consultative selling skills.
- Met or exceeded sales targets and quotas to contribute to overall sales goals and revenue of company.
- Collaborated with outside sales representatives, marketing and other departments to generate leads and close sales.
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase customer loyalty and retention.
Insurance Representative
Farmers Insurance Agency
Addison, TX
08.2005 - 08.2005
- Kept detailed records on individual insurance claims and incorporated into detailed client files.
- Responded to customer calls swiftly to resolve issues and answer questions.
- Interviewed clients and impacted individuals, determining details about accident and claim parameters to provide best advice for specific situations.
Education
MBA - Business And Health Care Management
University of Phoenix
Texas 11.2003 - 11.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education/Special Education
University of Northern Ia
Cedar Falls, IA 08.1983 - 08.1985
Associate of Arts -
Southwestern Community College
Creston, IA 08.1981 - 08.1983
Skills
Student records management
Conflict resolution techniques
Lesson Planning
Middle school education
Disability assessment testing
Group and individual instruction
Classroom management
Differentiated instruction
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
CAM School District
08.2011 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Lewisville Independent School District
08.2006 - 06.2011
Insurance Representative
Farmers Insurance Agency
08.2005 - 08.2005
MBA - Business And Health Care Management
University of Phoenix
11.2003 - 11.2005
Xerox Inside Sales Rep
Xerox
08.1996 - 08.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education/Special Education
University of Northern Ia
08.1983 - 08.1985
Associate of Arts -
Southwestern Community College
08.1981 - 08.1983