Tracie Rieger

I currently work at a day program for disabled adults. Our job is to encourage social connections, work experience, and community involvement. My duties are encouraging progress in individuals personal goals.

During my time at Kirksville middle school. I had a number of duties to help the students I worked with succeed with their educational as well as social goals. I taught in the special education classroom. I went into to General education classes with the special education students assigned to me. I ran reading, math, and socil studies groups.

• Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
• Supported classroom management by reinforcing positive behavior and encouraging student participation.
• Collaborated with teachers to create engaging lesson plans that aligned with the curriculum and addressed individual student needs.
• Maintained accurate records of student attendance, behavior, and academic progress, ensuring compliance with school policies and regulations.
• Participated in parent-teacher conferences, providing valuable input on student progress and areas for growth or improvement.
• Monitored student progress through regular assessments, enabling targeted interventions for improved academic performance.
• Implemented behavior management strategies, promoting social skills development and reducing disruptive incidents.
• Aided students in developing organizational skills through time management techniques and study habit improvement strategies.
• Provided guidance during group activities, fostering collaboration and effective communication among students.

• Collaborated with educators to develop engaging learning materials tailored to different learning styles.
• Monitored student progress and provided feedback to ensure academic success and personal growth.
• Facilitated small group instruction, promoting peer collaboration and enhancing comprehension skills.
• Organized classroom resources to create a structured and conducive learning environment.
• Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and behavioral development.
• Adapted instructional strategies to accommodate students with varying abilities and challenges.
• Helped maintain a positive classroom culture by modeling respectful behavior and fostering a sense of community among students.
• Assisted teachers in preparing classroom materials such as visual aids, worksheets, or multimedia presentations to enhance lesson delivery.
• Supported diverse learners by adapting instructional materials and methods to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
• Supported literacy development by assisting students with reading comprehension exercises and vocabulary building activities.
• Facilitated small group instruction sessions in math or language arts as needed for reinforcement or remediation purposes.

• Communicated regularly with parents/guardians about their child''s performance, reinforcing home-school partnerships for student success.
• Provided one-on-one assistance for struggling learners or those requiring additional support due to physical or cognitive disabilities.
• Encouraged student participation during class discussions and interactive lessons to promote active engagement in the learning process.
• Contributed to the planning and execution of field trips or extracurricular activities that enriched students'' educational experiences.