Charity Hurst
Jacksonville,AR
Summary
Driven Special Educator with good leadership and interpersonal skills. Talented in providing strong quality instruction and creating positive learning environments. Dedicated to helping create supportive, stimulating and learning-focused classroom environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Resource Teacher
Crystal Hill Elementary
2023.07 - Current
- Coordinated with general education teachers to modify curriculum materials, ensuring accessibility for all learners in an inclusive setting.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance and IEP objectives to ensure compliance with federal regulations and school district policies.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction tailored to individual needs.
Student Teacher
Senita Valley Elementary
2023.01 - 2023.05
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included various teaching methods, modern classroom technologies, and immersive activities for student engagement.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate and meet needs of diverse learners
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
Practicum Student
University of Arizona
2021.08 - 2022.12
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches.
Special Education Aide (SLD/ID/ED)
Mountain View High School
2020.03 - 2021.05
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Developed tailor-fit lesson plans to cater to individual needs of each student.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Special Education Aide (ED)
Twin Peaks K-8 School
2019.09 - 2020.03
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student
safety. - Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support
to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education K-12
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Mild-Moderate Disabilities
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05.2023
Skills
- Positive Student Engagement
- Student Needs Assessments
- IEP Monitoring
- Differentiated Instruction
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Positive Learning Environment
- Positive Interactions
- Diversity and Inclusion
Training, Testing, Certifications
- Licensed Special Educator
- Special Education NT601 - PASSED
- Praxis #5511 - PASSED
- Pearson Foundations of Reading - PASSED
- Professional Development in the areas of Writing IEPs, Code of Ethics, Family/Community Engagement, R.I.S.E.
- AED, First Aid, and CPR certified
Timeline
Special Education Resource Teacher
Crystal Hill Elementary
2023.07 - Current
Student Teacher
Senita Valley Elementary
2023.01 - 2023.05
Practicum Student
University of Arizona
2021.08 - 2022.12
Special Education Aide (SLD/ID/ED)
Mountain View High School
2020.03 - 2021.05
Special Education Aide (ED)
Twin Peaks K-8 School
2019.09 - 2020.03
Master of Science - Special Education K-12
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Science - Mild-Moderate Disabilities
University of Arizona
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