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Theresa Nuttall

Edmond,OK

Summary

Accomplished Special Education Teacher at Edmond Public Schools, adept in Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and fostering strong relationships. Leveraged collaborative teamwork and data management to enhance student success and inclusion. Achieved significant academic and social growth in diverse learners through innovative strategies and effective parent communication.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Edmond Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth, 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, meeting students where they were.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.

Paraprofessional

Edmond Public Schools
08.2019 - 07.2020
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.

Instructional Assistant

Santee School District
10.2016 - 03.2019
  • Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.

Education

Masters of Education - Special Education, Challenging Behaviors

Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OK
12.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies

California State University - Chico
Chico, CA
05.2015

Skills

  • Individual Education Plans IEPs
  • Relationship Building
  • Lesson Planning
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Data Management
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Parent Communication
  • Social Skills Development
  • Behavior Intervention Plans
  • Trained in CPI

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Edmond Public Schools
08.2020 - Current

Paraprofessional

Edmond Public Schools
08.2019 - 07.2020

Instructional Assistant

Santee School District
10.2016 - 03.2019

Masters of Education - Special Education, Challenging Behaviors

Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies

California State University - Chico