Timothy Burdick
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with students with disabilities. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers and support staff to develop accommodations that ensure students are in the least restrictive environment. 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
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS)
Pulaski
08.2021 - Current
- Provide individualized support for students with learning disabilities, facilitating their academic success
- Implement behavior modification strategies resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom engagement
- Collaborate with parents, guardians, and colleagues to address students' academic and behavioral needs
- Modify curriculum materials to accommodate diverse learning needs and abilities
- Foster strong student rapport to create a positive and inclusive classroom environment
- Coordinate with transition services to facilitate students' access to vocational rehabilitation and work-based learning opportunities.
Field Observer/Student Teacher
MPS
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Developed student independence and growth mindset through student-led activities
- Collaborated with colleagues to support students' academic and social-emotional development
- Implemented lessons aligned with curriculum objectives and standards
- Provided individualized mentoring and support to students during office hours.
Meat Department and Warehouse Clerk
Woodman’s Food Markets
12.2011 - 08.2019
- Managed inventory and supervised employees in the meat department and warehouse
- Ensured accurate and timely fulfillment of shipping orders.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Elmbrook Schools
10.2010 - 05.2013
- Supported students with disabilities in achieving IEP goals
- Collaborated with teachers to implement differentiated instruction aligned with students' needs
- Communicated regularly with parents to ensure student success.
Education
Post Baccalaureate Teacher Certification -
Urban Learning Collaborative
01.2022
Post Baccalaureate Teacher Certification -
UW-Milwaukee
01.2021
Bachelor's of Arts -
UW-Milwaukee
01.2010
Skills
- Student-Centered Mindset
- Relationship Building
- Differentiated Instruction
- Assistive Technology
- Career Planning
- Individualized Instruction
- Proactive Approach
Certification
- Cross Categorical License 1801 6th-12th Grade, ULC, 2022
- EAA-SS WI Certified: Endorsed in Broad Field Social Studies (6th-12th Grade) Concentrations: Geography & Sociology, UW-Milwaukee, 2021
Accomplishments
- Special Education Department Chairperson – 2023 - Present
- Successfully enrolled students in CAPT and OJC
- Enrolled students in MPS apprenticeships
- Ensured all students met graduation requirements
- Reevaluated students to confirm their readiness to transition out of SPED services
- Accompanied and recommended students for job fairs (UWM, Milwaukee, Trades)
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS)
08.2021 - Current
Field Observer/Student Teacher
MPS
01.2020 - 05.2021
Meat Department and Warehouse Clerk
Woodman’s Food Markets
12.2011 - 08.2019
Special Education Paraprofessional
Elmbrook Schools
10.2010 - 05.2013
Post Baccalaureate Teacher Certification -
Urban Learning Collaborative
Post Baccalaureate Teacher Certification -
UW-Milwaukee
Bachelor's of Arts -
UW-Milwaukee
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