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Career Objective                                                                                            

Accomplished Teacher with more than 20 years of educational experience, eager to contribute talent for optimizing student performance toward actively supporting a progressive organization.

 

Profile                                                                                                              

Ø  Develop academic programs and monitor students educational progress, while promoting the development of social, emotional and cognitive skills.

Ø  Train and motivate teachers and other staff.

Ø  Dynamic planning, organization, prioritization, time management and multitasking abilities.

Ø  Design and implement curriculum and assessment aligned with state standards.

Ø  Organize and analyze student data to ensure student achievement.

Ø  Communicate effectively with colleagues, parents and community members to promote student learning.

Ø  Assist students in evaluating their abilities, interests, talents and personality characteristics.

Ø  Integrate instruction, materials and technology to engage learning and challenge critical thinking.

 

Key Achievements                                                                                            

Ø  Won Teacher of the Year for exceptional abilities in educating and motivating students.

Ø  Served as Special Education Team Leader for eight years.

Ø  Selected to participate in Instructional Focus Team.

Ø  Developed district 9-12 science curriculum for self-contained special education.

 

Professional Experience                                                                               

Magnolia Junior High - Magnolia, TX                                                                              1998- Present

Special Education Teacher & Team Leader

 

Green Intermediate Elementary - Green, OH                                                                    1993-1998

Inclusion Specialist

 

John F. Kennedy High School - Cedar Rapids, IA                                                           1986-1992

Multi-Categorical SCI Teacher

 

Springville Community Schools - Springville, IA                                                              1984-1986

Multi-Categorical Resource Program Specialist

 

Career Highlights

 

  Effectively teach classes to elementary, middle and high schools students, utilizing a variety of instructional models including: full and partial inclusion, team teaching, self-contained, multi-age, and pull-out, instrumental to boosting student performance.

  Participate in diverse activities to further educational programs, including supporting Grade Placement Committee, updating School Action Plan, co-authoring district grants and critiquing Ohio Special Education Standards.

  Exhibit solid leadership qualities in mentoring and motivating first-year and new-to-district teachers.

  Plan course content and integrate internet and multi-media technology into classroom curriculum.

  Relied upon to lend special education expertise in supervising Special Education Review at the building level and develop Common Assessment for middle school special education students.

  Demonstrate strong organizational abilities in coordinating TAKS assessments and SSI interventions and presenting yearly teacher in-services based on updated special education regulation.

 

Education & Certification                                                                             

Master of Arts in Special Education - University of Northern Iowa (Cedar Falls, IA)

Bachelor of Arts in Education - Luther College (Decorah, IA)

State of Texas Certification: Generic Special Education (PK-12), Emotionally Disturbed & Autistic (PK-12) 

 

 

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Professional Development                                                                           

SEAS - web-based special education management program/ TEKS Based IEPS

TBSI - Texas Behavior Support Initiative

CIP - Nonviolent Crisis Intervention program

AVID - Advancement Via Individual Determination

Multiple Intelligences (Howard Gardner) 7+1

Reading Programs - SSR, My Reading Coach, Monterey Learning System

Technology Academy - District training program to integrate technology

Reader s Writing Workshop - literature based reading/writing  model

KU Learning Strategies - teaching format for LD and at-risk students

CoRT - critical thinking process based on specific strategies for problem solving

Polaris Grant Writing - grant writing training program for non-profit organizations

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                               

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Dear__________________:

 

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity and am submitting my resume for your review.  In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

From facilitating superior student development to executing effective educational processes/procedures, I have continually excelled in maximizing performance as a proactive instructor.  I excel in identifying and resolving inefficiencies, introducing solutions instrumental to boosting performance and strategically utilizing resources to generate optimal results.  As illustrated by my career background, I have extensive experience in educating and promoting childhood development.  To complement my experience, I offer a Masters in Special Education.

 

As a member of your staff, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance.  I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to your organization, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

Sincerely,

 

 

 

 

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Dear _______________________________:

 

I would like to thank you for providing me the opportunity to interview with you and discuss the exciting (TITLE OF POSITION APPLYING FOR) position currently available with your company.  Having gained a deeper insight into the job requirements and your objectives, I am confident you will find me a valuable asset in achieving your goals.

 

As discussed, I am an enthusiastic, disciplined team player eager to launch a successful career as a dedicated member of your staff.  I believe you will find my dynamic (LIST A FEW SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS RELEVANT TO THE POSITION) skills vital to your operations and look forward to contributing to your success.

 

Should you have any additional questions, or to discuss future employment opportunities, please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience.  Again, thank you for the enlightening interview.  I look forward to your response.

 

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