Tessa Strabala
North Liberty
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Level 2/3 Special Education Teacher
Clear Creek Community School District
08.2010 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans tailored to student needs and learning goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adjust interventions.
- Utilized assistive technology tools to support diverse learning styles and abilities effectively.
- Advocated for students' rights and needs within the school community to ensure equitable access to resources.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Ed Consultant/Instructional Coach
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA05-2020
Master of Arts - Instructional Strategist 2: LD/BD
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05-2008
Timeline
Level 2/3 Special Education Teacher
Clear Creek Community School District
08.2010 - Current
Master of Arts - Special Ed Consultant/Instructional Coach
University of Northern Iowa
Master of Arts - Instructional Strategist 2: LD/BD
University of Iowa