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Tracy Chupp

Burleson,TX

Summary

With a proven track record at Sweetwater ISD, I excel in curriculum adaptation and communication strategies, ensuring inclusive education for students with special needs. Leveraging universal design for learning and multisensory instruction, I've significantly enhanced student engagement and success, advocating effectively for disability needs and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Inclusion Teacher

Colorado City ISD
Colorado City, TX
08.2021 - Current
  • Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Developed strategies for addressing challenging behaviors exhibited by some students with special needs.
  • Provided direct instruction to small groups of students in an inclusive classroom setting.
  • Collaborated with general education teachers to ensure that all students received appropriate instruction and support.
  • Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
  • Facilitator of online Speech Therapy.

Special Education Practical Academics

Sweetwater ISD
Sweetwater, TX
07.2019 - 08.2021
  • Provided individualized instruction to students with special needs in a resource setting.
  • Utilized various teaching methods such as differentiated instruction, cooperative learning, direct instruction, hands-on activities. to meet the needs of all learners.
  • Used vast number of teaching strategies in coordination of lesson creation and planning to meet diverse group of students' specific needs.
  • Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
  • Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.

Educational Assistant

Fredericksburg ISD
Fredericksburg, TX
11.2017 - 07.2019
  • Participated in team teaching activities such as small group instruction or whole class discussions.
  • Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with students who needed extra support.
  • Assisted teachers with preparing classroom materials and activities.
  • Developed instructional materials appropriate for different grade levels.

Special Education Biology Inclusion

Marble Falls ISD
Marble Falls, TX, TX
08.2016 - 11.2017
  • Created a safe and supportive environment for all students within the classroom setting.
  • Provided direct instruction to small groups of students in an inclusive classroom setting.
  • Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
  • Led students on field trips to enhance educational programs.

Education

Teacher Certification

Weatherford College
Weatherford, TX
05-2006

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX
08-1994

Skills

  • Communication strategies
  • Curriculum adaptation
  • Universal design for learning
  • Sensory integration
  • Multisensory instruction
  • Transition planning

Accomplishments

  • Teacher of the Month Sweetwater ISD
  • Team teacher of the year award Marble Falls ISD

Certification

  • Generalist EC-4 05/31/2023
  • English Language Arts 8-12
  • Journalism 8-12

Special Education EC - 12

Timeline

Special Education Inclusion Teacher

Colorado City ISD
08.2021 - Current

Special Education Practical Academics

Sweetwater ISD
07.2019 - 08.2021

Educational Assistant

Fredericksburg ISD
11.2017 - 07.2019

Special Education Biology Inclusion

Marble Falls ISD
08.2016 - 11.2017

Teacher Certification

Weatherford College

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Tarleton State University
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