Tiffany Aarestad
Athol,ID
Summary
Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
SPED Teacher
Spirit Lake Elementary School
Spirit Lake, ID
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Established positive relationships with families through regular communication about their child's academic progress.
- Provided instruction to students in a variety of learning environments, including small groups and one-on-one settings.
- Assisted in training school staff on best practices for working with special needs students.
- Conducted assessments to identify student strengths and weaknesses.
- Advocated for equitable access to resources for all students regardless of ability level.
- Utilized assistive technologies such as speech recognition software or adaptive keyboards when necessary.
- Developed individualized education plans and monitored student progress in accordance with IEPs.
SPED Teacher
Southside Elementary School
Cocolalla, ID
01.2014 - 05.2022
- Managed behavior issues through positive reinforcement techniques such as token economies, verbal praise, and rewards systems.
- Established positive relationships with families through regular communication about their child's academic progress.
- Provided instruction to students in a variety of learning environments, including small groups and one-on-one settings.
- Assisted in training school staff on best practices for working with special needs students.
- Conducted assessments to identify student strengths and weaknesses.
- Maintained records of student performance, attendance, and other relevant data in order to track progress and make informed decisions about future instruction.
- Advocated for equitable access to resources for all students regardless of ability level.
- Utilized assistive technologies such as speech recognition software or adaptive keyboards when necessary.
- Provided guidance on how parents can support their children at home academically and socially.
- Developed individualized education plans and monitored student progress in accordance with IEPs.
- Attended meetings with school personnel regarding student evaluations, eligibility determinations, program modifications and adaptations.
- Collaborated closely with therapists who provided occupational therapy or physical therapy services during class time.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure appropriate educational services for students with special needs.
- Facilitated the implementation of IEP goals within the general curriculum framework.
- Participated in professional development activities related to special education best practices.
Education
Master of Special Education - Special Education
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID05-2017
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID05-2013
Associate of Arts - Education
North Idaho College
Coeur D'Alene, ID05-2010
Skills
- IEP planning
- Classroom Organization
- Literacy strategies
- Learning disabilities
- Progress Monitoring
- Data Collection
Timeline
SPED Teacher
Spirit Lake Elementary School
08.2022 - 10.2023
SPED Teacher
Southside Elementary School
01.2014 - 05.2022
Master of Special Education - Special Education
University of Idaho
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Idaho
Associate of Arts - Education
North Idaho College
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