Tonya Wiggins
Gastonia,NC
Summary
Flexible and caring special education professional specializes the field. Customizes approaches based on individual needs and impairments. Focused on helping students build important skills for physical and mental issues impacting academic performance, social integration or physical capabilities. Compassionate in helping with struggles and adapting approaches. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
EC Teacher
Gaston County Schools
Gastonia, NC
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Utilized technology within the classroom setting such as computers or tablets to engage students in digital learning activities.
- Instructed small groups of children using games and activities that were tailored to their individual abilities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to develop and implement an individualized education plan for each student.
- Implemented a variety of teaching methods including visual aids, worksheets, and verbal instructions, depending on the needs of the child.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2023
Skills
- Child Development
- Adaptive Learning
- Special Education
- Social-emotional learning
- Cognitive Development
- Play-Based Learning
- Positive Reinforcement
Accomplishments
- Nominated Teacher Assistant of the Year
Affiliations
- Started the Unified Champions Club at Cramerton Middle School
- Worked on the Yearbook with Yearbook Staff for 4 years.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
EC Teacher
Gaston County Schools
08.2023 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education
Grand Canyon University
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