Beth Cook
SAINT LOUIS
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at the Special School District of St. Louis County, adept at developing individualized education plans and fostering strong relationships with students and families. Skilled in differentiated instruction and behavior modification, I enhance student engagement and academic success through tailored support and collaborative teamwork.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Special School District Of St. Louis County
08.1998 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
Catering Mananger
Marriott
03.1984 - 08.1990
- Handled catering scheduling, ordered food and planned events.
- Achieved increased client retention rates by providing exceptional customer service throughout the event planning process.
- Enhanced event satisfaction by planning and executing memorable catering experiences for clients.
- Worked with chefs to plan menus according to client needs and budgets.
- Collaborated with clients to create customized menus tailored to their specific preferences and needs.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.
Education
Education Administration
Lindenwood University
St Charles MO05-2014
Special Education
Fontbonne College
St Louis Mo08-2002
Associate of Arts - Food Service Management
St Louis Community College
St Louis, MO05-1984
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans ieps
- Small group instruction
- Relationship building
- Co-teaching experience
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative teamwork
- Data management
- Inclusion strategies
- Team collaboration
- Visual supports
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Behavior modifications
- Student support
- Behavior intervention plans
- Emotional support
- Functional behavior assessment
- Assistive technology
- Social skills training
- Behavior modification
- Student counseling
- Head teacher support
- Learning style assessments
- IEP implementation
- Classroom integration
- Excellent classroom management
- Paraprofessional oversight
- Certified teacher assistant
- Autism spectrum
- Multitasking Abilities
- Behavior modification techniques
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Student needs assessment
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Special School District Of St. Louis County
08.1998 - Current
Catering Mananger
Marriott
03.1984 - 08.1990
Education Administration
Lindenwood University
Special Education
Fontbonne College
Associate of Arts - Food Service Management
St Louis Community College
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