Yasmeen Abdelfattah
Chicago,United States
Summary
Experienced with developing and implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs. Utilizes effective behavior management techniques to create positive and inclusive classroom environment. Track record of collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support student success and development.
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academic and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Ucan
01.2025 - 06.2025
- 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.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support,
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
special education teacher
South Central Community Services
09.1994 - 08.2024
- Organize and supervise games or other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, or social development
- Plan and supervise experiential learning activities, such as class projects, field trips, or demonstrations
- Prepare classrooms with a variety of materials or resources for children to explore, manipulate, or use in learning activities or imaginative play
- Prepare objectives, outlines, or other materials for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements
- Present information in audio-visual or interactive formats, using computers, television, audio-visual aids, or other equipment, materials, or technologies
- Teach socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification or positive reinforcement
- Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, or teacher training workshops to maintain or improve professional competence
- Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, or administrative regulations
- Meet with parents or guardians to discuss their children's progress, advise them on using community resources, or teach skills for dealing with students' impairments
- Prepare assignments for teacher assistants or volunteers
- Monitor teachers or teacher assistants to ensure adherence to special education program requirements
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students
- Establish and communicate clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to students, parents, or guardians
- Encourage students to explore learning opportunities or persevere with challenging tasks to prepare them for later grades
- Develop or implement strategies to meet the needs of students with a variety of disabilities
- Develop individual educational plans (IEPs) designed to promote students' educational, physical, or social development
- Interacting With Computers
- Experience with: Laptop computers, Laminating equipment, Video cassette recorders VCR, Digital video disk DVD players, Drawing software, Desktop computers, Children's educational software, Photocopying equipment, Science activity kits, Microsoft Word
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Special Education and Teaching, General
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, ILSkills
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans ieps
- Small group instruction
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Ucan
01.2025 - 06.2025
special education teacher
South Central Community Services
09.1994 - 08.2024
Bachelor's Degree - Special Education and Teaching, General
Northeastern Illinois University
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