Special needs teachers work in facilities that cater to the needs of people with mental or physical disabilities, particularly children and young adults.
They confer with children and their parents to determine the nature of the disability and work out a plan to cater to the needs of each.
Special needs teachers are trained to look after people with special needs which is why they can exercise tact when dealing with a patient.
If you are a trained special needs teacher looking for a job in this capacity, the following resume will help you.
Special Needs Teacher Resume Example
TAISHA RODRIGUEZ
8 Westminster Street
Bellows Falls, VT 80083
(999) 999-0219
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*Teacher – Special Needs*
SUMMARY
Compassionate special needs teacher with 9 years of progressively responsible teaching experience with a special focus on children with special needs. Proficient in preparing lessons and materials for students with special needs. Demonstrated ability to cater to the needs of children with learning disabilities and autism. In-depth knowledge of teaching Braille to children with visual impairments and sign language to hearing-impaired children.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to diagnose impairments
• Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills
• Emotionally and physically strong
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Special Needs Teacher
School Spring, Bellow Falls, VT
Feb 2015 – Present
• Assess students’ needs by conferring with them and parents/guardians
• Develop and implement curriculum according to each student’s unique needs
• Teach behavior that is socially acceptable through positive enforcement
• Enforce rules for behavior modification
• Teach Braille and sign language as and when needed
• Organize learning activities outside the campus to promote social skills
Paraprofessional Assistant
School Spring, Bellow Falls, VT
May 2012 – Jan 2015
• Assisted lead teacher in interviewing students and parents
• Provided input for developing curriculum for special needs students
• Prepared lessons and resources for class instructions
• Assisted in managing class activities and events
• Maintained records of students
EDUCATION
B.S Degree in Behavior Sciences
Vermont State University, Bellows Falls, VT