Experience Summary
I have taught all core subjects plus art history for over 20 years using various state mandated materials and supplementals I purchased through special ed catalogs. Student outcomes were best with the supplementals due to limited attention span and high interest-low level materials. I use various methods to determine mastery- I create my own written or verbal assessments, writing assignments and have students maintain learning journals.
I have a background in educational psychology which is useful in dealing with students with behavioral issues.
Teaching Style
I work through positive behavior supports, humor and style to motivate the student to understand the need to learn the core subject matter in order to proceed through high school. I am excellent at reading the needs of the student and creating lessons that are relevant, interesting and fun.
Other Comments
I have been trained in all areas of processing deficits, modalities of learning and RTI methods as well as SADAIE methods- breaking down the tasks to smaller chunks of learning.