Yolanda Mucthison
Duluth
Summary
Dedicated and responsive professional with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification, and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
ASD 2 Teacher-Radloff Middle School
Gwinnett County Public Schools
Duluth
07.2022 - Current
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
Student Teacher-Special Education-SID/PID
Gwinnet County Public Schools
Duluth
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Created interactive presentations using multimedia resources such as videos, slideshows.
- Incorporated technology into lessons when appropriate to enhance engagement.
- Developed deeper understanding of teaching strategies with increasing responsibility for student learning.
- Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities.
- Attended and contributed to staff meetings.
- Created lesson plans to incorporate mandated topics and include immersive activities for student engagement.
- Led classroom instruction, engaging students through interactive learning methods.
- Participated in school events and extracurricular activities to support school community.
- Managed classroom procedures and organized resources to promote safety and learning.
Paraprofessional
Gwinnett County Public Schools Foundation
Duluth
07.2020 - 05.2021
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Developed creative learning activities that engage all types of learners.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students when needed.
- Instructed students using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Contributed to a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
Mountain View School District
Ontario
08.2001 - 02.2020
- Assisted with classroom management and behavior modification strategies.
- Maintained a safe and respectful learning environment for all students.
- Facilitated small group instruction to meet the needs of individual learners.
- Provided instruction in all core subject areas to students in K-Eighth Grade.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills while providing feedback on student work products.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
Substitute Teacher
Aveson Global Academy
Altadena
08.2010 - 08.2015
- Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback for improvement.
- Monitored student progress throughout the day.
- Created an environment conducive to learning while managing challenging behaviors.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Maintained a safe learning environment by enforcing school rules and regulations.
- Ensured that each student had access to appropriate materials and resources.
- Provided feedback on assignments or projects given by the regular teacher.
- Participated in staff meetings and professional development workshops.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies based on individual student needs.
- Utilized various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance and behavior.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education-Adapted Curriculum
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA12-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Theater Arts And Sociology
SUNY At Binghamton
Binghamton, NY05-1982
Skills
- Organizational growth
- Behavior modeling
- IEP documentation
- Multi-subject instruction
- Student engagement
- Creativity in teaching
- Literacy strategies
Accomplishments
- I was recommended and accepted into the master's program at Georgia state University. I went to graduate school as an older student, very frightened but processed the desire to thrive and succeed. I studied and used every brain cell that I had. When I received the letter regarding the award mentioned above from the Dean of the College of Education and Human Development, I realized that hard work, dedication, and will, will never let you down, award or no award. I'm extremely proud of that accomplishments, it validated for me that you can excel at any age, just believe you can.
Timeline
ASD 2 Teacher-Radloff Middle School
Gwinnett County Public Schools
07.2022 - Current
Student Teacher-Special Education-SID/PID
Gwinnet County Public Schools
07.2021 - 05.2022
Paraprofessional
Gwinnett County Public Schools Foundation
07.2020 - 05.2021
Substitute Teacher
Aveson Global Academy
08.2010 - 08.2015
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
Mountain View School District
08.2001 - 02.2020
Master of Arts - Special Education-Adapted Curriculum
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Arts - Theater Arts And Sociology
SUNY At Binghamton
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