Wendy Munson
Yuba City,CA
Summary
Results-driven education specialist with several-year career focused on enhancing child development with motivational and encouraging approach highly intuitive with different behavioral concerns and strategies for addressing issues via customized lesson plans. Dedicated to cultivating orderly, calm and supportive environments to promote learning and adaptation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Specialist
Natomas Charter School
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Attended IEP meetings, parent conferences, and professional development workshops
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to parents, teachers, and other stakeholders
- Created lesson plans based on curriculum standards and objectives
- Advised parents on how to provide effective at-home instruction for their children with special needs
- Conducted assessments to determine appropriate instructional strategies for each student
- Assisted teachers in the implementation of Individual Education Plans
- Maintained accurate records of student performance and progress data
- Communicated regularly with classroom teachers regarding individual student's progress towards meeting goals outlined in IEPs
- Collaborated with school administrators, counselors, and other professionals to ensure best practices were being followed
- Met with parents and instructors to discuss student progress and behavioral or learning issues.
General Education Teacher
Sutter County Superintendent of Schools
08.2021 - 01.2024
- Collaborated with administrators, counselors and other staff members to support the overall mission of the school district
- Assessed student progress using a variety of methods, including tests, quizzes, observations and portfolios
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades according to school policies
- Provided individualized support to struggling learners through one-on-one tutoring sessions
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by providing stimulating activities that promoted creativity and problem-solving
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and any areas of concern
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians about student progress
- Counseled students regarding academic performance issues or personal concerns
- Participated in professional organizations related to general education teaching
- Attended faculty meetings, professional development workshops and educational conferences
- Provided intervention services for struggling learners using evidence-based practices
- Worked with individual students to bring up to level or help gifted advance further
- Completed class and student documentation for permanent files.
Education Specialist
Woodland Joint Unified School District
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Attended IEP meetings, parent conferences, and professional development workshops
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to parents, teachers, and other stakeholders
- Created lesson plans based on curriculum standards and objectives
- Researched current trends in special education practices, including evidence-based interventions
- Conducted assessments to determine appropriate instructional strategies for each student
- Adapted materials as needed to accommodate individual student needs while adhering to established guidelines
- Provided individualized instruction to students in a variety of settings
- Incorporated a variety of teaching methods into lessons to meet diverse learning styles.
Education
Mild/Moderate Special Education Degree Special Education -
Sacramento State University
Sacramento, CAGeneral Education Degree Education -
National University
Bachelor of Arts Liberal Studies -
UC Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CASkills
- Higher education
- Individualized Education Plans
- Project-based learning
- Online Teaching
- Special Education
- Lesson Planning
- Testing Procedures
- Common core knowledge
- Teaching strategies
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Education Specialist
Natomas Charter School
02.2024 - 06.2024
General Education Teacher
Sutter County Superintendent of Schools
08.2021 - 01.2024
Education Specialist
Woodland Joint Unified School District
11.2020 - 06.2021
Mild/Moderate Special Education Degree Special Education -
Sacramento State University
General Education Degree Education -
National University
Bachelor of Arts Liberal Studies -
UC Santa Barbara
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