Special Education Teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments.
Reliable employee seeking Special education position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.
Experienced teacher with over 20 years of experience in Education.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Baconton Community Charter School
Baconton , GA
08.2020 - Current
Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Implemented and taught life skills program, enabling students to master such tasks as checkbook balancing and laundry.
Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior.
3rd Grade Teacher
Mitchell County Board Of Education
18 South Hareny, GA
07.2015 - 08.2020
Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
Paraprofessional
Mitchell County Board Of Education
Camilla , GA
08.1989 - 07.2011
Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
Prepared reports and paperwork for parent-teacher conferences.
Maintained head count and attendance sheets.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
06.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Dual in Regular Education / Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
High School Diploma -
Westwood Academy
Camilla, GA
09.1975 - 05.1987
Skills
Classroom management
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Accomplishments
Trained fellow teachers on the procedures for completing Individual Education Plans.
Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Baconton Community Charter School
08.2020 - Current
Master of Science - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
06.2020 - Current
3rd Grade Teacher
Mitchell County Board Of Education
07.2015 - 08.2020
Paraprofessional
Mitchell County Board Of Education
08.1989 - 07.2011
High School Diploma -
Westwood Academy
09.1975 - 05.1987
Bachelor of Science - Dual in Regular Education / Special Education
Middle Grades Math and Social Sciences Teacher at St. Teresa's Catholic SchoolMiddle Grades Math and Social Sciences Teacher at St. Teresa's Catholic School