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Tyler J. Smith

Chicago,IL

Summary

Dedicated Special Education Teacher skilled in differentiated instruction, classroom management, and relationship building. Committed to fostering inclusive learning environments and implementing individualized education plans for diverse student needs.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

High School Special Education Teacher

Antelope Valley Union High School District
Lancaster, CA
08.2024 - 06.2026
  • Developed individualized education programs (IEPs) tailored to student needs and learning objectives for a caseload of 25 students.
  • Adapted teaching materials to meet the varying academic levels of students within inclusive classrooms.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance classroom engagement and reduce disruptions.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adjust instructional methods.
  • Utilized assistive technology tools to support diverse learning styles and improve accessibility for students.

Resource Teacher (K-5)

Houston Independent School Distict
Houston, TX
08.2022 - 07.2023
  • Developed individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Collaborated with classroom teachers to implement instructional strategies and accommodations.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions based on performance data.
  • Provided professional development workshops for teachers on differentiated instruction techniques.

Middle School Special Education Teacher

Fulton County Schools
Fairburn, GA
07.2021 - 07.2022
  • Developed and implemented individualized behavior intervention plans for students with diverse needs.
  • Monitored student behaviors, documenting incidents to inform future interventions and support efforts.
  • Utilized assistive technology to support student engagement and learning.

Education

Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
03-2026

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Nevada, NV
05-2021

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Relationship building
  • Emotional support
  • Classroom management
  • Small group instruction
  • Lesson planning
  • Team collaboration
  • Individual education program (IEP) writing and implementation

Affiliations

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated

Certification

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) - Learning Behavior Specialist I Endorsement

Timeline

High School Special Education Teacher

Antelope Valley Union High School District
08.2024 - 06.2026

Resource Teacher (K-5)

Houston Independent School Distict
08.2022 - 07.2023

Middle School Special Education Teacher

Fulton County Schools
07.2021 - 07.2022

Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction

Western Governors University

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

University of Nevada, Las Vegas