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Toby Houtz

Mill Hall,PA

Summary

Organized Special Education Teacher successful at providing classroom and emotional structure for special needs children required to flourish in academic setting. Certified and licensed in Pennsylvania and recognized as highly qualified educator. Coordinates well with classroom teachers with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students.


Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a position that enforces company directives and ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Keystone Central School District
01.2006 - 06.2023
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
  • Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
  • Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
  • Taught all 4 basic subjects (Math, History, Science, and English) to students with Learning Disabilities
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
  • Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.

Special Education Teacher

Bald Eagle Area School District
09.1999 - 01.2006
  • Performed all duties as previously mentioned at Keystone Central School District
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
  • Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
  • Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
  • Taught all 4 basic subjects (Math, History, Science, and English) to students with Learning Disabilities

Assembly Line Worker/Shrink Wrapper

Champion Parts Rebuilders
10.1992 - 08.1994

Duties as assigned previously

  • Boxed, labeled, and transported items to support assembly operations.
  • Documented production data and output to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Utilized safety devices and procedures to protect personnel and equipment.
  • Completed daily inspection of machines and equipment.
  • Generated and maintained accurate production records.
  • Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs quickly, accurately, and with zero errors.

Home Oxygen Delivery Driver

Hub’s Home Oxygen & Supplies
05.1992 - 10.1992
  • Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
  • Delivered liquid oxygen and packages to customers.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
  • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
  • Protected people and equipment from hazardous materials by using correct procedures.

Assembly Line Production Worker

Champion Parts Rebuilders
10.1991 - 04.1992
  • Followed protocols to enhance protection and maintain safe work environment.
  • Performed visual and functional inspection of components to determine quality and identify defects.
  • Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs quickly, accurately, and with zero errors.
  • Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.

Corrections Officer Trainee

PA Department Of Corrections
01.1991 - 09.1991
  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items..
  • Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
  • Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.

Infantryman

US Army
01.1991 - 04.1991

- Performed all duties as previously mentioned in order to prepare for possible deployment in support of Operation Desert Storm in Kuwait/Iraq

Infantryman

US Army
11.1987 - 07.1990
  • Performed all duties as mentioned previously
  • Unit Armorer - Oversaw maintenance, repair, and responsibility of proper storage of $1M of weapons and equipment to preserve operational readiness.
  • Transferred to Headquarters Company to become Battalion In-processing Agent
  • 10/89 - 1/90: Deployed to Panama in support of "Operation Just Cause" to aid in removing General Manuel Noriega from power.
  • Monitored and reported enemy activity to command center.
  • Established defensive positions during hostile engagements.

Infantryman

US Army
10.1986 - 10.1987
  • Performed all duties as previously mentioned
  • Performed rotation for 3 months on the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone of North/South Korea)
  • Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
  • Conducted reconnaissance operations to gather intelligence on enemy positions.
  • Guided night patrols to search for enemy forces.
  • Monitored and reported enemy activity to command center.

Infantryman (11B)

US Army
07.1986 - 10.1986
  • Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency, and knowledgeable assistance.
  • Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
  • Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
  • Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
  • Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
  • Led basic reconnaissance operations and reported enemy movements to commanding officers.
  • Maintained secure communication systems to relay information to and from command teams.
  • Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
  • Conducted reconnaissance operations to gather intelligence on enemy positions.

Education

Master of Science - Education

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
06.2015

Bachelor of Science - Elementary And Special Education

Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania
Lock Haven, PA
05.1998

High School Diploma -

Lock Haven High School
Lock Haven, PA
06.1986

Skills

  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Basic Clerical Knowledge
  • Special Education
  • Assess Students
  • Learning Style Assessment
  • Behavior Modification
  • Educational Strategies
  • Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Motivating Students
  • Student Support

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Keystone Central School District
01.2006 - 06.2023

Special Education Teacher

Bald Eagle Area School District
09.1999 - 01.2006

Assembly Line Worker/Shrink Wrapper

Champion Parts Rebuilders
10.1992 - 08.1994

Home Oxygen Delivery Driver

Hub’s Home Oxygen & Supplies
05.1992 - 10.1992

Assembly Line Production Worker

Champion Parts Rebuilders
10.1991 - 04.1992

Corrections Officer Trainee

PA Department Of Corrections
01.1991 - 09.1991

Infantryman

US Army
01.1991 - 04.1991

Infantryman

US Army
11.1987 - 07.1990

Infantryman

US Army
10.1986 - 10.1987

Infantryman (11B)

US Army
07.1986 - 10.1986

Master of Science - Education

Walden University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary And Special Education

Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania

High School Diploma -

Lock Haven High School
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