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Virginia Wilson

Hephzibah,GA

Summary

Professional educator with a proven track record with the Richmond County School System, specializing in the unique needs of visually impaired and special education students. Expert in student needs assessment and differentiated instruction, enhancing academic success and engagement. Excelled in creating impactful IEPs and fostering strong relationships. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching procedures.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher of the Visually Impaired

Richmond County School System
08.2020 - Current
  • Read and interpret medical eye reports and determine implications for educational and home environments.
  • Conduct Functional Vision and Learning Media Assessments (FVLMA) and provide written reports of findings.
  • Participate in the IEP to communicate with team members on how a student's performance vision may affect his/her school
  • Recommend educational and instructional strategies by assisting in determining and acquiring classroom equipment and materials for a student with a visual impairment.
  • Instructing teaching students the skills necessary to access the core curriculum as well as to teach students concepts and experiences using the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC).

Special Education Teacher (Interrelated)

Richmond County School System
01.2003 - 06.2020
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.

Education

No Degree - Special Education Visual Impaired Endorsement

Middle Georgia RESA
Macon, GA
03-2022

Educational Specialist - Leadership

Augusta State University
Augusta, GA
05-2009

Master of Science - Special Education

Augusta State University
Augusta, GA
05-2006

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

Augusta State University
Augusta, GA
06-2002

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Organization and management
  • Communication
  • Relationship building
  • Student needs assessment
  • Critical thinking
  • Student engagement
  • Classroom management
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Lesson planning

Timeline

Teacher of the Visually Impaired

Richmond County School System
08.2020 - Current

Special Education Teacher (Interrelated)

Richmond County School System
01.2003 - 06.2020

No Degree - Special Education Visual Impaired Endorsement

Middle Georgia RESA

Educational Specialist - Leadership

Augusta State University

Master of Science - Special Education

Augusta State University

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

Augusta State University
Virginia Wilson