Collaborated with other professionals to ensure effective communication between home, school, and community agencies regarding student progress.
Maintained appropriate contacts with district, intermediate units and state special education leaders in continued compliance of special education programs.
Identified community resources that could be utilized by families of special needs children.
Provided guidance and support to teachers, staff, parents, and administrators on best practices in educating students with disabilities.
Coordinate the Extended School Year.
Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
Collaborate with other departments.
Developed transition plans for students moving from one level or program to another or transitioning into postsecondary settings.
Special Education Teacher
Southmoore High School
Moore
08.2010 - 09.2017
Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
Maintained student records in accordance with district standards.
Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities.
Defined and communicated rules and enforced through approved disciplinary methods.
Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
Served as an advocate for special education students within the school system.
Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving with tailored recreation programs.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Southmoore High School
Moore
08.2009 - 07.2010
Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground and on field trips.
Organized instructional materials for use in the classroom setting.
Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
Provided supplemental supervision in classrooms, schoolyards, and cafeterias.
Consulted with teachers regarding student progress, IEP adjustments and classroom needs.
Tutored neurodiverse children individually or in small groups to foster mastery of course concepts.
Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
Assisted faculty members or staff with student conferences.
Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
Prepared handouts, study materials and other teaching aids.
Tutored students in course material to improve comprehension.
Education
Master of Education - Special Education/ Transition
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK
05-2015
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK
05-2009
Skills
Special education compliance
IEP development
Program evaluation
Data analysis
Curriculum adaptation
Cross-department collaboration
Certification
Certified Transition Specialist
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Services Coordinator
Moore Public Schools Foundation
09.2017 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Southmoore High School
08.2010 - 09.2017
Special Education Paraprofessional
Southmoore High School
08.2009 - 07.2010
Master of Education - Special Education/ Transition
University of Oklahoma
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders