William Slaughter
Thomasville,GA
Summary
Experienced Special Education Teacher and instructional leader with over 30 years in diverse classroom settings. Specializes in IEP development, case management, and behavioral intervention. Proven track record in mentoring staff, supervising support teams, and coordinating multidisciplinary services. Strong history in community-based instruction and vocational transition programming, complemented by CDL certification for student transportation.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Self-Contained Special Education Lead Teacher
Valdosta High School
Valdosta, GA
07.2021 - Current
- Provide specialized instruction for students with mild to moderate disabilities in a self-contained classroom setting using differentiated instructional strategies and individualized supports.
- Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to ensure compliance with state and federal special education regulations.
- Serve as case manager for assigned students, coordinating services, maintaining documentation, monitoring progress, and communicating regularly with parents and multidisciplinary teams.
- Act as the Local Education Agency (LEA) representative during IEP meetings, ensuring procedural compliance and facilitating collaborative decision-making among team members.
- Mentored self-contained special education teachers in addressing behavioral, instructional, compliance, and classroom management challenges, enhancing overall classroom effectiveness.
- Supervise and collaborate with paraprofessionals and related service staff to provide effective classroom support and student interventions.
- Collaborated with interpreters and specialized staff to ensure effective communication and support for students with hearing impairments and other exceptional needs.
- Facilitate community-based instruction and life skills training, including safely transporting students on instructional and vocational outings.
- Partner with Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency to provide transition-focused instruction and vocational readiness activities for secondary students.
- Implemented behavior intervention strategies, functional academics, social skills instruction, and transition planning, fostering student independence and preparing for post-secondary success.
- Maintain accurate educational records, progress monitoring data, and compliance documentation in accordance with district and state guidelines.
- Collaborate with general education teachers, administrators, therapists, counselors, and outside agencies to support student achievement and inclusion opportunities.
Self- Contained Special Education Teacher
Thomas County Board of Education
Thomasville, GA
07.2015 - 06.2020
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Implemented classroom strategies to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student development.
- Conducted assessments to monitor student progress and adapt teaching methods.
- Facilitated social skills training and conflict resolution activities.
- Utilized assistive technology to support learning for students with disabilities.
- Provided training and support to paraprofessionals in classroom management techniques.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Integrated technology into lesson plans to enhance student engagement and understanding.
- Conducted parent conferences as needed to discuss student performance and progress.
Self-Contained Special Education Teacher
Thomasville City Board of Education
Thomasville, GA
07.1990 - 06.2015
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Coordinated communication between school personnel and outside agencies regarding student's educational programs.
- Established positive relationships with students, families, and staff members.
- Implemented assistive technologies into daily instruction when necessary.
- Conducted parent conferences as needed to discuss student performance and progress.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporate a variety of instructional techniques tailored to meet the individual learning styles of each student.
- Attended professional development workshops related to special education topics.
- Provided instruction to special education students using evidence-based strategies, such as differentiated instruction, scaffolding, and applied behavior analysis.
- Attended IEP meetings to discuss student progress towards meeting IEP goals.
- Monitored student achievement using standardized tests and other assessments to evaluate program effectiveness.
- Taught social skills classes designed to promote appropriate behaviors among students with disabilities.
Education
Master of Science - Leadership And Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2014
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA06-1990
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Progress monitoring
- Classroom management
- Team leadership
- Parent communication
- Community engagement
Certification
- SP ED ADAPTED CURRICULUM (P-12) CONSULTATIVE (FLD805)
SP ED GENERAL CURRICULUM (P-12) CONSULTATIVE (FLD798)
SP ED LANGUAGE ARTS COGNITIVE LEVEL (P-5, 4-8) (FLD931)
SP ED MATH COGNITIVE LEVEL (P-5, 4-8) (FLD911)
SP ED SCIENCE COGNITIVE LEVEL (P-5, 4-8)(FLD921)
SP ED SOCIAL SCIENCE COGNITIVE LEVEL (P-5, 4-8) (FLD942)
Timeline
Self-Contained Special Education Lead Teacher
Valdosta High School
07.2021 - Current
Self- Contained Special Education Teacher
Thomas County Board of Education
07.2015 - 06.2020
Self-Contained Special Education Teacher
Thomasville City Board of Education
07.1990 - 06.2015
Master of Science - Leadership And Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Valdosta State University