Sharon Snyder
Westernport
Summary
Patient and compassionate Special Education Teacher with experience in devising and implementing effective special education strategies. Skilled at individualizing instruction based on individuals' needs and interests. Strong background in creating positive learning environments, fostering parent-teacher relationships, and managing Individualized Education Programs (IEP) to support student success. Previous work has resulted in improved academic performance for special needs individuals and a strong ability to adapt.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Mineral County Schools
Keyser
09.2022 - Current
- Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
- Designed and delivered personalized learning for each student and advocated for student inclusion and success in general education environments.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
- Served as an advocate for special education students within the school system.
Home Care Provider
Active Home Care Services
Beltsville
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation, and family visits to maintain schedule.
- Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
Direct Service Provider
Developmental Cetner and Workshop
Keyser
01.2018 - 08.2019
- Encouraged client participation in decision making processes regarding their care plan goals.
- Assessed client abilities and limitations on a regular basis in order to adjust care plans as needed.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or other destinations as necessary.
- Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
- Cultivated relationships with residents to support happiness and emotional well-being.
- Implemented individualized programs designed for specific needs of the clients.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Fairmont State University
Fairmont, WV05-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Regents Bachelor of Arts
Potomac State College
Keyser05-2020
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Behavioral intervention strategies
- Progress monitoring
- Collaboration
- Special education documentation
- Advocacy
- Compassionate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Mineral County Schools
09.2022 - Current
Home Care Provider
Active Home Care Services
08.2019 - 08.2022
Direct Service Provider
Developmental Cetner and Workshop
01.2018 - 08.2019
Master of Arts - Special Education
Fairmont State University
Bachelor of Arts - Regents Bachelor of Arts
Potomac State College
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