Theresa Barba
Statesville,NC
Summary
Versatile Special Education/General Education Teacher with a focus on individual student needs across academics and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in the design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in constant communication, patience, and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
E.C. Resource Teacher
American Renaissance School
09.2023 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS)
Leadership Intern
American Renaissance School
09.2023 - Current
- Conducted peer mediation between students to help resolve conflicts and reach agreements.
- Assisted with monitoring, prepared budgets, and directed spending and resources to support fiscal efficiency.
- Planned, administered, and controlled budgets and produced financial reports.
- Helped plan and implement staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Works well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Designed or used assessments to monitor student learning outcomes.
E.C. Teacher
Iredell Charter Academy
08.2016 - 06.2023
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into my classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and coursework.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners using strategies like peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on tests, homework, and assignment records.
- Prepared quizzes, tests, and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Met with students, parents, and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Conducted evaluations to measure students' performance and progress, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet standards.
Instructional Aide
Lake Norman Elementary
08.2008 - 06.2014
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Supervised extracurricular activities to provide students with opportunities to explore interests and develop new skills.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- MTSS Instructional Aide
Instructional Aide
Pressley Elementary School
08.2006 - 06.2008
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based strategies to foster independence and social academic engagement,
- Collaborated with other instructional assistants and teachers to provide comprehensive support to students and deliver instruction aligned with curriculum standards.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments
Education
Master of Arts - Administration And Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ07.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01.2019
Skills
- Student needs assessment
- Student recordkeeping
- Group and individual instruction
- Elementary education
- Behavior modification techniques
- Lesson planning
- IEP development
- Individualized instruction
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Social skills development
- Student motivation strategies
- Curriculum development
- Conflict resolution techniques
Timeline
E.C. Resource Teacher
American Renaissance School
09.2023 - Current
Leadership Intern
American Renaissance School
09.2023 - Current
E.C. Teacher
Iredell Charter Academy
08.2016 - 06.2023
Instructional Aide
Lake Norman Elementary
08.2008 - 06.2014
Instructional Aide
Pressley Elementary School
08.2006 - 06.2008
Master of Arts - Administration And Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Grand Canyon University
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