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Wendy Myers

Sophia,NC

Summary

Versatile and dedicated special education teacher with focus on individual needs of students with exceptionalities. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of student-led goals and interests. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet the needs of students.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Exceptional Children's Teacher

Randolph County School System
08.2002 - Current
  • Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
  • Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
  • Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
  • Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
  • Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
  • Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
  • Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
  • Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
  • Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
  • Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
  • Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
  • Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
  • Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

Greensboro College
Greensboro, NC
05-2002

Skills

  • Building strong parent-teacher relationships
  • Promoting active student participation
  • Data-informed decision making
  • Expertise in special education
  • Team-oriented collaboration
  • Analytical problem-solving
  • Time management abilities, including multitasking, adaptability and flexibility
  • IEP development and implementation
  • Attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Lesson planning, including differentiated instruction
  • Commitment to professional standards

Timeline

Exceptional Children's Teacher

Randolph County School System
08.2002 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

Greensboro College
Wendy Myers