Tevayan Russell
Midland,Texas
Summary
Experienced Teacher and Athletic Coach with a proven track record at Midland ISD, specializing in special education and athletic coaching. Expertise in creating inclusive learning environments and implementing differentiated instruction has led to significant improvements in student outcomes. Recognized for exceptional collaboration and communication skills, facilitating effective integration of technology and adherence to curriculum standards. Career aspirations include further enhancing instructional strategies to support diverse learners.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher /Athletic Coach
Midland ISD
Midland, Texas
08.2012 - 02.2024
- Developed and implemented Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Provided support to teachers, staff and students in the implementation of IEPs.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress against IEP goals.
- Maintained records of student attendance, academic performance, behavior, health and development.
- Collaborated with general education teachers on differentiated instruction strategies to meet the needs of all learners.
- Participated in professional development activities related to special education best practices.
- Utilized technology tools such as assistive devices when appropriate for individuals receiving special education services.
- Provided guidance on accommodations needed for standardized testing.
- Assisted in developing behavior management programs tailored to individual student's needs.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
- Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district-wide assessments.
- Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
- Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Arts And Science - Sociology /Criminal Justice
University of North Texas
Denton, TX05-2010
Skills
- Parent-teacher conference coordination
- Public speaking
- Student motivation
- Curriculum compliance with the state of Texas
- State of Texas teaching certification with Special Education Pre-K-12 and Generalist 4-8 endorsements
- Behavior management
- Classroom instruction
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Social-emotional learning training
- Family involvement
- Instructional best practices
- Testing and grading
- Group and individual instruction
- Performance assessments
- Fundraising
- Student evaluations
- Cooperative learning experience
- Parent and teacher conferences
- Classroom technology
- Standardized testing
- Verbal and written communication
- Faculty collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Relationship building
- Lesson planning
- Conflict resolution
- Data analysis
- Interactive teaching and learning
- IEP planning
- Reporting and documentation
- Cognitive and behavioral development
Certification
Texas Educator Certificate Generalist 4-8 8/13/2012
Texas Educator Certificate Special Education 08/13/2012
Irlen Screener June 2018
Timeline
Teacher /Athletic Coach
Midland ISD
08.2012 - 02.2024
Texas Educator Certificate Generalist 4-8 8/13/2012
Texas Educator Certificate Special Education 08/13/2012
Irlen Screener June 2018
Bachelor of Applied Arts And Science - Sociology /Criminal Justice
University of North Texas
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