Tracey Cole
Rochelle,GA
Summary
Organized teacher successful at providing classroom and emotional structure for students required to flourish in academic setting. Certified and licensed in the state of Georgia and recognized as highly qualified educator. Coordinates well with classroom teachers with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students. My certification is in Early Childhood (P-5), Special Ed. Consultant, and Adapted.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Horizon Academy
700 W 8th St, Tifton, Ga 31794
08.2011 - Current
- Co-develop IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Utilized various teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students had equal opportunities to succeed.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS) and currently focusing on MTSS.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Improved classroom management and maintained a positive learning environment through clear communication of expectations and consequences.
- Provided clear, informative and engaging classroom instruction.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, adjusting instruction as needed for optimal understanding of material.
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Headstart
Adel, Ga
08.2010 - 07.2011
- Improved student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and visual aids into lessons.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Designed assessments that measured student progress towards meeting curriculum goals, informing future instructional decisions.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, enhancing communication and collaboration for student success.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - General Education (P-5)
Brewton-Parker College
Mount Vernon, GASkills
- Mind Set Trained
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Relationship Building
- Progress Monitoring
- Classroom Organization
- Assessment Strategies
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Social Skills Development
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Horizon Academy
08.2011 - Current
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Headstart
08.2010 - 07.2011
Bachelor of Science - General Education (P-5)
Brewton-Parker College