Theresa Williams
Mason,NH
Summary
Resourceful Special Education Teacher who approaches each child's unique learning process with respect and curiosity. Reflective and accommodating in designing and implementing hands-on lessons that cater to diverse learning abilities and interests. Strives to create strong connections with students, staff, and families through consistent and informed communication.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Case Manager
- Implemented IEP Reading and Math services and adapted content based on student progress.
- Researched and implemented reading curriculum and strategies to meet the needs of the students.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support plans for students with special needs.
- Researched and implemented best practices to maintain accurate documentation and records of student progress.
- Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, and school administrators to address concerns and share updates on student performance.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify students'' strengths, areas of need, and eligibility for special education services.
- Managed caseloads effectively, ensuring timely evaluations, reevaluations, and annual reviews for all assigned students.
- Supported classroom teachers by providing resources, materials, and strategies tailored toward meeting the unique needs of diverse learners within inclusive settings.
- Facilitated IEP meetings by using family-centered, strength-based approach.
- Empowered students using social-emotional learning strategies.
Intern
Heron Pond Elementary School
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Developed and delivered varied curriculum to address individual learning needs and IEP goals.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
- Provided emotional support to students through connections with their own interests.
- Provided materials and strategies for families to enhance academic support of the student.
Student Teacher Intern
Mason Elementary School
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Facilitated discussions and activities to promote student collaboration and engagement.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
- Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Paraprofessional Educator
Mason Elementary School
09.2017 - 06.2021
- Provided academic and emotional support to students.
- Provided general support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Taught small group and individualized learning to reinforce concepts and make connections.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
Software Engineer
Sapient Corporation
04.1998 - 06.2001
- Worked with software development and testing team members to design and develop robust solutions to meet client requirements for functionality, scalability, and performance.
- Updated old code bases to modern development standards, improving functionality.
- Tested methodology with writing and execution of test plans, debugging and testing scripts and tools.
- Managed teams, conducted meetings, communicated effectively and consistently.
Education
Master of Education - General And Special Education
Antioch University New England
Keene, NH12.2022
Master of Science - Biology
University of Massachusetts - Lowell
Lowell, MA06.1993
Skills
- Experience with SPED Law/Procedural Safeguards
- IEP and 504 Development
- Formal and Informal Evaluation Strategies
- Effective Communication with Staff and Families
- Implementing Behavior Intervention Plans
- Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Framework
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
- Responsive Classroom Practices
- Cultural Awareness
- Social Skills Development
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention
- American Sign Language
- Educational Strategies
- Common Core Learning Standards
Timeline
Intern
Heron Pond Elementary School
09.2022 - 12.2022
Student Teacher Intern
Mason Elementary School
09.2021 - 06.2022
Paraprofessional Educator
Mason Elementary School
09.2017 - 06.2021
Software Engineer
Sapient Corporation
04.1998 - 06.2001
Special Education Case Manager
Master of Education - General And Special Education
Antioch University New England
Master of Science - Biology
University of Massachusetts - Lowell
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