Tyshonia Steadman
Stamford,CT
Summary
Compassionate Special Education Teacher with over 8 years of experience teaching mentally disabled students in contained classroom. Employs variety of instructional techniques and strategies aligned with instructional objectives to meet needs of all students. Enforces classroom rules to encourage positive behavior.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
REACH Program
Stamford, CT
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapist
Beacon Services of Connecticut
Stratford, CT
01.2021 - 08.2024
- Performed behavioral interventions to teach communication, social and daily living skills and reduce problematic behaviors in home, community and school settings.
- Delivered individualized treatment for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders or other behavioral and social challenges using applied behavior analysis principles.
- Identified and analyzed delays in student progression toward set goals and implemented, in collaboration with other team members, optimum changes to stimulate student success.
- Monitored progress of clients through data collection, graphing, and analysis of behavior change strategies.
- Documented patients' activities and behaviors into EHR system for recordkeeping.
- Assembled, maintained and analyzed data gathered during student sessions, completed daily treatment logs and consistently submitted timely written and verbal progress reports.
- Implemented verbal behavior intervention techniques such as prompting and fading for language development.
Special Education Teacher
Greater Oaks Charter School
Bridgeport, CT
06.2019 - 04.2021
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
- Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
- Maintained student records in accordance with district standards.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
Special Education Teacher/Behavior Interventionist
Capital Prep Charter School
Bridgeport, CT
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
- Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
- Instructed special education classes using evidence-based practices.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
- Implemented de-escalation techniques when needed to reduce stress levels among students displaying challenging behaviors.
- Tracked data on individual student performance to measure progress towards established goals.
- Performed crisis prevention and intervention duties as needed including physical restraint if necessary.
- Assisted teachers in implementing evidence-based interventions for students who display challenging behaviors.
- Completed continuous assessments and documented updates to care to maintain current records.
Education
Master of Arts - Sociology
Post University
Waterbury, CT05-2005
Master of Arts - Special Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VASkills
- Database/ Data Entry/Schedule Documentation/ Smart board
- Planning / Scheduling/ IEP's
- MS Word , Excel, Power Point , Therap, Internet savvy and general office equipment
- ( PMT) Physical and Psychological Management Training
- CPR/ First Aid/ AED/ Lifeguard
- Medication Administration Certification
- Special Education Need course
- Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Coaching permit
- Lesson Planning
- Competent in Smartboard technology
- Behavior Modifications
- Differentiated Instruction
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Curriculum Adjustments
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention
- Transition planning
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Special Education
- Behavioral Intervention Plans
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Behavioral assessment
Certification
- Certified : Physical and psychological management
- 165- Special Education: comprehensive , Grades K Through 12.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
REACH Program
08.2022 - 02.2024
Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapist
Beacon Services of Connecticut
01.2021 - 08.2024
Special Education Teacher
Greater Oaks Charter School
06.2019 - 04.2021
Special Education Teacher/Behavior Interventionist
Capital Prep Charter School
08.2018 - 06.2019
Master of Arts - Sociology
Post University
Master of Arts - Special Education
Liberty University
- Certified : Physical and psychological management
- 165- Special Education: comprehensive , Grades K Through 12.
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