Tonya Hoskins
Milan,MI
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Instructor/Choreographer
Dance Xplosion
09.2010 - Current
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans to students aged 3 to adulthood in all genres of dance. From beginner to advanced level.
- Communicated with students and parents in person, via email, and by phone to resolve issues and answer questions.
- Choreographed routines for competitions and performances.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
Preschool Teacher
Little Star Preschool
09.2014 - 06.2016
- Developed daily themed based lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Special Education Teacher
Integrated Rehabilitation Services
01.2013 - 09.2014
- Worked one on one with students that had exceptional behavioral and academic needs due to a traumatic brain injury.
- Partnered with parents, Occupational Therapists, Speech and language pathologists, and general education staff to meet goals for students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI05-2012
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Little Star Preschool
09.2014 - 06.2016
Special Education Teacher
Integrated Rehabilitation Services
01.2013 - 09.2014
Dance Instructor/Choreographer
Dance Xplosion
09.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Eastern Michigan University
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