Genevieve Hammer
Myrtle Beach
Summary
Accomplished and compassionate Special Education Teacher, skilled at addressing each student's unique needs, and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate diverse learning levels. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements, and acts as a teacher in creating Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities. Proficient in fostering positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues. Expertise in utilizing a variety of teaching methods to engage and inspire students.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Horry County School District
Myrtle Beach
08.2009 - Current
- Experienced in the teaching positions of co-teacher, resource room teacher, cross-categorical teacher, and teacher for students with moderate and severe disabilities.
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Implemented instructional strategies to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student understanding and skill levels.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Collaborated closely with related service providers, including speech therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and behavioral coaches.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts, and phone calls.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Mercyhurst University
Erie, PA11-2008
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Mercyhurst University
Erie, PA08-2007
Skills
- Individualized education plans (IEPs)
- Data collection and analysis
- Instructional strategies
- Behavioral intervention
- Assessment and evaluation
- Team collaboration
Certification
South Carolina State Board of Education, Educator License
-Early Childhood
-Elementary
-Special Education: Multi-Categorical
-Special Education: Severe Disabilities
-Early Childhood
-Elementary
-Special Education: Multi-Categorical
-Special Education: Severe Disabilities
Accomplishments
Teacher of the Year 2025-Carolina Forest Elementary
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Horry County School District
08.2009 - Current
Master of Science - Special Education
Mercyhurst University
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Mercyhurst University