Teacher Resume
Natalie Watkins 17311 87th Ave Ct. E
------------ Puyallup, WA 98375
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Special Education Teacher
Dedicated and passionate teaching professional with vast experience adapting and modifying general education curriculum to ensure student success and possesses a solid focus on identifying and meeting the individual needs of every student. Highly-motivated and energetic professional with a strong desire to incorporate creativity into classroom learning. Strong interpersonal skills and ample patience coupled with consistent behavioral management techniques, and able to develop an excellent rapport with all members of the school community.
Professional Experience
UCAN Academy, Chicago, IL 04/2012 - 09/2015
Special Education Teacher (Elementary School)
Served as an Instructional Teacher and After School Tutor for students with a primary diagnosis of an Emotional Behavioral Disorder and a wide range of disabilities. Developed and implemented unit and lesson plans with Common Core alignment. Responsible for development and implementation of student IEPs. Provide small group, and differentiated instruction in all subject areas with significant accommodations and modifications. Crafted a unique space to help with students’ individual sensory needs and created a successful Christmas fundraiser for students. Promoted to Teacher 1 and received the Outstanding Service Award in 2013. Responsible for Autism trainings and a mentor for new teachers.
UCAN Academy, Chicago, IL 10/2011-12/2011
Student Teacher (Elementary School)
Developed and implemented lesson plans for students with autism, cognitive disabilities, learning disabilities, and emotional disorders. Maintained a positive learning environment by implementing behavioral management strategies.
Roberto Clemente, Chicago, IL 09/2011-10/2011
Internship in Special Education (High school)
Observed and supported students with both learning disabilities and emotional disorders. Implemented and facilitated lessons plans.
Jumpstart, Chicago, Il 09/2008-05/2010
Team Leader (Preschool)
Implemented after-school program routine for preschoolers with and without special needs while incorporating social, communication, and problem-solving skills. Responsible for the facilitation of team meetings.
Chicago Cares, Chicago, Il 05/2010-06/2014
Volunteer (Toddler, Preschool)
Assisted toddler and preschool age children with reading and art activities at the House of Good Shepherd.
Education and Credentials
Bachelor of Arts in Education
Majored in Special Education 12/16/2011
Roosevelt University, Chicago, IL
Natalie Watkins 17311 87th Ave Ct. E
------------ Puyallup, WA 98375
------------
Special Education Teacher
Dedicated and passionate teaching professional with vast experience adapting and modifying general education curriculum to ensure student success and possesses a solid focus on identifying and meeting the individual needs of every student. Highly-motivated and energetic professional with a strong desire to incorporate creativity into classroom learning. Strong interpersonal skills and ample patience coupled with consistent behavioral management techniques, and able to develop an excellent rapport with all members of the school community.
Professional Experience
UCAN Academy, Chicago, IL 04/2012 - 09/2015
Special Education Teacher (Elementary School)
Served as an Instructional Teacher and After School Tutor for students with a primary diagnosis of an Emotional Behavioral Disorder and a wide range of disabilities. Developed and implemented unit and lesson plans with Common Core alignment. Responsible for development and implementation of student IEPs. Provide small group, and differentiated instruction in all subject areas with significant accommodations and modifications. Crafted a unique space to help with students’ individual sensory needs and created a successful Christmas fundraiser for students. Promoted to Teacher 1 and received the Outstanding Service Award in 2013. Responsible for Autism trainings and a mentor for new teachers.
UCAN Academy, Chicago, IL 10/2011-12/2011
Student Teacher (Elementary School)
Developed and implemented lesson plans for students with autism, cognitive disabilities, learning disabilities, and emotional disorders. Maintained a positive learning environment by implementing behavioral management strategies.
Roberto Clemente, Chicago, IL 09/2011-10/2011
Internship in Special Education (High school)
Observed and supported students with both learning disabilities and emotional disorders. Implemented and facilitated lessons plans.
Jumpstart, Chicago, Il 09/2008-05/2010
Team Leader (Preschool)
Implemented after-school program routine for preschoolers with and without special needs while incorporating social, communication, and problem-solving skills. Responsible for the facilitation of team meetings.
Chicago Cares, Chicago, Il 05/2010-06/2014
Volunteer (Toddler, Preschool)
Assisted toddler and preschool age children with reading and art activities at the House of Good Shepherd.
Education and Credentials
Bachelor of Arts in Education
Majored in Special Education 12/16/2011
Roosevelt University, Chicago, IL