Brandi Youmans
6777 Amherst Road
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Arthur Middleton Elementary School, adept at IEP implementation and fostering cognitive development. Skilled in educational testing and collaboration, I create engaging learning environments that support diverse student needs while building strong relationships with families and colleagues. Committed to student success and innovative teaching strategies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Arthur Middleton Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Monitored student performance and collected data on individual IEP goals.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Facilitated small group intervention instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Developed Educational Testing Reports.
General Education Teacher
Charles County Board Of Education
08.2008 - 06.2023
- Taught 5th, 4th, and 3rd grade classes on Literacy, Math, and Content.
- Worked independently and collaborated with other elementary education professionals and used defined pedagogical processes.
- Provided clear, informative and engaging classroom instruction.
- Interacted with students and parents, analyzed learning issues, created action plans and offered challenges and encouragement.
- Taught diverse student groups and worked with educational data of varied types and purposes while integrating technology into teaching.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Towson University
Baltimore, MD05-2008
Skills
- IEP and BIP implementation
- IEP Development
- Educational Testing
- Progress monitoring
Accomplishments
Arthur Middleton Employee of the Year 2024-2025
Certification
- Elementary Education K-5
- Middle School Certification
- Special Education Infant to 21
- Advance Professional Certificate
Extra Positions
Synergy Coordinator for the Middleton
Building Union Rep
Previous Team leader
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Arthur Middleton Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
General Education Teacher
Charles County Board Of Education
08.2008 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Towson University
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