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Georgia Moffitt

Goose Creek,SC

Summary

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

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Berkeley County School District
08.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
  • Promoted positive learning environment through use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management technique
  • Streamlined classroom processes by integrating technology tools such as interactive whiteboards and assistive devices designed for students with disabilities.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
  • Organized field trips and community-based experiences that enriched students'' understanding of real-world applications for their skills.
  • Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
  • Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).

Special Education Teacher

Charter School USA
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Streamlined classroom processes by integrating technology tools such as interactive whiteboards and assistive devices designed for students with disabilities.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.

Medical Disability

Home
08.2015 - 08.2021

I was home recovering from having 5 surgeries in 6 months and 2 rehab stays in 2016.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Kelly Education Services
08.2014 - 05.2015
  • Followed the plans left by the regular education teacher.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive learning environment and encouraging personal growth.

Education

Master of Science - Special Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
12.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Texas At Austin
Austin, Texas
05.1984

Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Development

Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX
12.1979

High School Diploma -

Mary Carroll High School
Corpus Christi, Texas
05.1977

Skills

  • De-Escalation Techniques

  • Typing 45 wpm

  • Differentiated Instruction

  • Instructional Strategies

  • Individual Education Plans IEPs

  • Parent-teacher collaboration

  • Group and individual instruction

  • Autism Spectrum Knowledge

  • Problem-Solving

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Berkeley County School District
08.2022 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Charter School USA
08.2021 - 05.2022

Medical Disability

Home
08.2015 - 08.2021

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Kelly Education Services
08.2014 - 05.2015

Master of Science - Special Education

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Texas At Austin

Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Development

Del Mar College

High School Diploma -

Mary Carroll High School
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