I am a driven and accomplished Long Term Substitute Teacher, in both Special Education and General Education Classroom Settings, successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development. I am hardworking and passionate about teaching Special Education, with a strong work ethic and desire to develop IEP's to support our students to thrive and be successful along their path in education.
I currently volunteer at Crossroads Christian Church for the Children's Special Needs Ministry. I along with a team, work collaboratively to adapt the weekly Children's Ministry message, into a comprehensive lesson for our special needs age group. We create a safe and structured environment that supports a wide range of ages (5 -13) and disabilities. Once a month, I volunteer for the Adult Ministry, which provides families/caretakers a respite night while the Adult ministry creates a fun evening of dinner, activities, a brief message and dancing for adults that range in age from( 18-80) with a wide range of needs. My passion and desire to work with Special Needs has given me opportunities to work with such a great community.