Mesa Childress
Springdale
Summary
Skilled educator with strong expertise in special education. Adept at developing tailored learning plans, employing effective instructional strategies, and fostering inclusive classroom environments. Known for collaboration, adaptability, and delivering measurable results. Proficient in behavior management, individualized education plans, and student assessments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Fayetteville High School
08.2022 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans tailored to student needs and learning styles.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance educational strategies and support services.
- Implemented evidence-based teaching methods to improve student engagement and academic performance.
- Provided ongoing mentorship and training for new special education staff members.
Intern
Fayetteville High School
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with mentors to develop lesson plans, presentations, and class activities based on the Common Core environmental science curriculum
- Individualized lessons according to students' strengths and needs
- Participated in IEP data collection, writing, and meetings and helped to implement individualized special education interventions.
- Assisted in developing and implementing lesson plans for diverse student groups.
- Supported classroom management by organizing educational materials and resources efficiently.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, students, and parents to enhance engagement.
Intern
Frank Tillery Elementary School
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Collaborated with mentors to develop lesson plans and class activities based on the Common Core K-5 curriculum
- Individualized lessons according to students' strengths and needs
- Participated in IEP data collection, writing, and meetings and helped to implement individualized special education interventions
- Collaborated with general education teachers, physical therapists, and speech therapists to plan semester-long and year-long goals
- Communicated with families with a weekly letter
Teacher
Infiniti Childcare
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Delivered safe and efficient child care services to children aged from 3 years to 10 years old, collaborating with 8 other childcare providers
- Developed friendly relationships and credibility with parents by means of open communication and collaboration for behavior support and child success
- Educated children, aiding in developmentally friendly play, and developing appropriate lesson plans
Retail Sales Associate
Bella's Clothing and Gifts
04.2018 - 10.2020
- Offered each customer personal service and polite support to boost customer satisfaction
- Answered questions about store policies and concerns to support a positive customer experience
- Trained new associates on cash register operations, order intakes, and general store policies and routines
Education
Master of Education - Special Education
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR03-2026
Associates - Studio Art
Northwest Arkansas Community College
Bentonville/Springdale, AR12-2018
High School - undefined
Har-Ber High School
Springdale, AR05-2016
Skills
- Curriculum Planning
- Classroom Management
- Communication Skills
- Enthusiasm
- Problem Solving Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Individual education plans ieps
- Co-teaching experience
- Inclusion strategies
Certification
- Professional Licensure Standards Board Code of Ethics for Arkansas Educators: Ethical Scenarios in Education (2020) April 2022
- CPR and First Aid Certified September 2020
- Arkansas Teaching License 2022
- Certified Mandated Reporter by the Arkansas Commission on Child Abuse and Domestic Violence 2019
- Human Trafficking: Arkansas Act 765 of 2017 - Arkansas Cases 2022
- Be the Reason: The Educator’s Role in Combating Child Maltreatment 2022
- Something to Talk About: Suicide Awareness 2022
- Dyslexia: A Three-Part Professional Awareness 2022
- Family & Community Engagement: Inviting Caregivers and Community Partners into School 2022
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Fayetteville High School
08.2022 - Current
Intern
Fayetteville High School
01.2022 - 05.2022
Intern
Frank Tillery Elementary School
08.2021 - 12.2021
Teacher
Infiniti Childcare
09.2020 - 08.2021
Retail Sales Associate
Bella's Clothing and Gifts
04.2018 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Arkansas
Associates - Studio Art
Northwest Arkansas Community College
High School - undefined
Har-Ber High School
Master of Education - Special Education
University of Arkansas
Research & Presentations
Childress, M. (2022). Behavior Replacement Intervention on a Student with an Emotional-Behavioral Disorder. University of Arkansas Special Education Research Symposium.