Thompson (Tommy) Acquah
Dale City,VA
Summary
Dedicated educator with over 20 years of experience in special education. Expertise in classroom management, differentiated instruction, and motivating students. Committed to fostering inclusive learning environments and enhancing student engagement.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher of Students With Severe Intellectual Disab
Prince William County Public Schools
Beville Middle School
08.2009 - Current
Teacher of Students With Mild Disabilities
Prince William County Public Schools
Henderson Elementary Schools
08.1998 - 01.2008
- Worked with students with mild disabilities in intellectual disabilities and Autism from third to fifth grade.
Teacher of Students With Severe Disabilities
Prince William County Schools
Beville Middle School
08.1993 - 01.1998
- Designed and implemented functional lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects enhancing student learning experiences.
- Worked with Committee members (teachers and administrators) to design curriculum for our regional program)
- Provided targeted support for students with diverse learning needs, promoting inclusivity in the classroom.
- Mentored new teachers on effective classroom management strategies and instructional techniques.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with therapists to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, GhanaMaster of Arts - Special Education-Mild And Severe Disabilities
Lynchburg College
Lynchburg, VAClinical Faculty -
George Mason University
Fairfax, VASkills
- Classroom management and instruction
- Creation of Learning Games
- Motivating students
- Student-centered learning
Timeline
Teacher of Students With Severe Intellectual Disab
Prince William County Public Schools
08.2009 - Current
Teacher of Students With Mild Disabilities
Prince William County Public Schools
08.1998 - 01.2008
Teacher of Students With Severe Disabilities
Prince William County Schools
08.1993 - 01.1998
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Cape Coast
Master of Arts - Special Education-Mild And Severe Disabilities
Lynchburg College
Clinical Faculty -
George Mason University