Tracy Kobs
Leesburg,GA
Summary
Dedicated Teacher of Deaf/ HH students to ensure access to language and communication. Accommodating for individual diverse learning styles. Exceptional skills communicating with parents about students progress and educational goals. Collaborates with colleagues to ensure access for all students. Educates general education teachers on accessibility of content for Deaf/ HH students through the use of ASL interpreted videos and closed captioning.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher of Deaf/ HH
Dougherty County School System
07.2015 - Current
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
Educational ASL Interpreter
Lee County Board Of Education
08.2012 - 05.2015
- Facilitated communication between deaf or hard of hearing individuals and their peers and teachers.
- Provided interpretation services for deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
- Collaborated in planning meetings to better serve deaf/ hard of hearing students in classroom settings.
Educational ASL Interpreter
Dougherty County School System
09.2011 - 08.2012
- Facilitated communication between deaf/ hard of hearing individuals their peers and teachers.
- Provided interpretation services for deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
- Collaborated in planning meetings to better serve hard of hearing in classroom settings.
Early Childhood Educator
Worth County Board Of Education
08.2007 - 05.2010
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Created differentiated lesson plans to teach a variety of learners
Early Childhood Education Teacher
Savannah-Chatham County Public School System
08.2000 - 06.2007
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Worked with colleagues to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
Education
ASL Interpreting
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GABachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Georgia Southwestern State University
Americus, GA12.1999
Skills
- Planning Management
- Educational Software
- Student Support
- Individualized Education Programs (IEP)
- American Sign Language
- Instructional Techniques
- Positive Learning Environment
- Differentiated Instruction
- Individualized Lesson Plans
- Visual Phonics
Affiliations
- PAGE
- GARID
Certification
- Elementary Education
- Gifted In-Field
- Sp ED Deaf Ed
Additional Information
I am dedicated to ensure equality and accessibility for all students. I am dedicated to finding the best strategies for diverse learners. I enjoy attending workshops that assist with improving my skills. I have volunteered to interpret in the community for 10 years.
Languages
American Sign Language
Professional Working
Timeline
Teacher of Deaf/ HH
Dougherty County School System
07.2015 - Current
Educational ASL Interpreter
Lee County Board Of Education
08.2012 - 05.2015
Educational ASL Interpreter
Dougherty County School System
09.2011 - 08.2012
Early Childhood Educator
Worth County Board Of Education
08.2007 - 05.2010
Early Childhood Education Teacher
Savannah-Chatham County Public School System
08.2000 - 06.2007
ASL Interpreting
Valdosta State University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Georgia Southwestern State University
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