Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
EC-12 Special Education Certificate
Timeline
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Zebulon Percy

Rockwall

Summary

Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia 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. Versatile and dedicated Special Education Teacher with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students. Special Education Teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Dallas Independent School District, DISD
10.2022 - 05.2024
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • 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.

Special Education Teacher

Dallas Independent School District, DISD
08.2019 - 05.2022
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
  • Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
  • Applied proven strategies to improve students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills.
  • Provided emotional support to students and families.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Special Education

Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL
05.1993

Skills

  • Relationship Building
  • Lesson Planning
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Individual Education Plans IEPs

Accomplishments

  • Special Education Department chairperson for 5 years.

Certification

  • Licensed Special Education Teacher - 5 years

EC-12 Special Education Certificate

I am licensed to teach students from Pre-K thru 12th Grade

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Dallas Independent School District, DISD
10.2022 - 05.2024

Special Education Teacher

Dallas Independent School District, DISD
08.2019 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Special Education

Northeastern Illinois University
Zebulon Percy