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Theresa Hulbert

Special Education Teacher
Parma,ID

Summary

Organized Special Education Teacher - successful at providing classroom and emotional structure for special needs children required to flourish in academic setting. Certified and licensed in Idaho and recognized as highly qualified educator. Coordinates well with classroom teachers with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students. Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement. Versatile and dedicated Special Education 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. Special Education Teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Canyon Owyhee School Service Agency
Parma, ID
06.2018 - Current
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • 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.
  • Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior.
  • Organized instruction material, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
  • Instructed students in core academic areas and specialized reading groups.

Special Education Paraprofessional

Canyon Owyhee School Services Agency
Parma, ID
08.2010 - 05.2018
  • Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
  • Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
  • Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
  • Mentored staff in best practices for helping special education students excel.
  • Administered tests to class and graded papers.
  • Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
  • Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
  • Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
  • Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
  • Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
  • Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
  • Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
  • Maintained classroom equipment and work area to promote safe learning environment and meet mandated requirements.
  • Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.
  • Promoted good study habits and student independence to improve quality of student outcomes.

Homeschool Teacher

Hulbert Family
Parma, ID
09.1992 - 05.2014
  • Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Graded homework, quizzes, classwork and exams to report on progress of student achievements.
  • Evaluated classical, student-lead and unschooling methodologies for best option.
  • Adapted teaching methods and lesson plans to changing student needs.
  • Researched multiple curricula, methodologies and perspectives as part of educational planning.
  • Led groups of students on field trips to enriching destinations, introducing to new experiences and broadening education.
  • Researched and chose appropriate curriculum to meet children's abilities and grade levels.
  • Submitted and assembled student portfolios for local school district to satisfy legal guidelines.
  • Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate students.
  • Attended textbooks fairs and homeschool meetings to understand different approaches to subject matter.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.

Education

General Education

Sierra College
Rocklin, CA
08.1976 - 06.1977

General Education

Brigham Young University
Provo, UT
08.1977 - 05.1979

Bachelor of Science - University Studies

Brigham Young University - Idaho
Rexburg, ID
01.2015 - 12.2017

Skills

    Student records management

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Accomplishments

Awarded the Parma Middle School Educator of the year for 2019-2020.



Certification

Institute for Multi-Sensory Education Comprehensive Orton-Gillingham Reading Instruction Training - August 2022

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Canyon Owyhee School Service Agency
06.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Science - University Studies

Brigham Young University - Idaho
01.2015 - 12.2017

Special Education Paraprofessional

Canyon Owyhee School Services Agency
08.2010 - 05.2018

Homeschool Teacher

Hulbert Family
09.1992 - 05.2014

General Education

Brigham Young University
08.1977 - 05.1979

General Education

Sierra College
08.1976 - 06.1977

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