Tonya Lyons
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Springfield,MO
Summary
Organized teacher in special education, successful at providing classroom and emotional structure for special needs children required to flourish in academic setting. Certified and licensed in MO and recognized as highly qualified educator. Coordinates well with classroom teachers with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Springfield Public Schools
Springfield, MO
03.2016 - Current
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Instructed students in core academic areas and specialized reading groups.
- Completed intensive leadership training and provided training to colleagues on applied behavior analysis.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
Owner/Director
Little Sprouts Daycare
Springfield, MO
03.2012 - 03.2016
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Allowed for ample outdoor recreation time to support physical development.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Managed food inventory for [Number]-person center in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences and direct personal communication.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education
Evangel University
Springfield, MO 05.2002 - 05.2002
Master of Science - Reading Teacher Education
Evangel University
Springfield, Mo 05.2011 - 05.2011
Skills
Student records management
Timeline
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Springfield Public Schools
03.2016 - Current
Owner/Director
Little Sprouts Daycare
03.2012 - 03.2016
Master of Science - Reading Teacher Education
Evangel University
05.2011 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education
Evangel University
05.2002 - 05.2002
crafting, woodworking, outdoors
I like to build and create in crafts and with pallet wood to create useful things around the home. In the summer I like to be outdoors swimming or biking.
crafting, woodworking, outdoors
I like to build and create in crafts and with pallet wood to create useful things around the home. In the summer I like to be outdoors swimming or biking.
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