Andrea Schneider
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Objective:

To create a warm, caring learning environment where children can build confidence and a sense of pride.

Certification:

Michigan Elementary Provisional Certificate
                       February 2006

Elementary K-5 All Subjects (K-8 Self Contained Classroom)
Cognitive Impairment K-12
Early Childhood Education (ZA endorsement) PreK-K

Education:

Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Master of Arts in Education     2009-2011
Concentration in Literacy and Special Education

Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, MI            Cum Laude
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education                2001-2005
Emphasis in Special Education
Minor in Child Development

Teaching Experience:

Special Education Teacher-Sycamore Elementary, Holt, MI                
     August 2008-present                         K-2 CI Basic Classroom
  • Developed and implemented goals tailored to students’ individual needs and abilities
  • Adjusted the general education curriculum to meet the needs and abilities of each individual student in the subject areas of Reading, Writing, and Math
  • Employed diverse techniques to promote learning including individualized instruction, small group work, and problem-solving assignments
  • Upheld a solid classroom management plan including individual positive behavior support plans in which students were provided clear and consistent direction and guidance
  • Scheduled and facilitated monthly team meetings for students with ASD

Special Education Teacher-Leonard Elementary, Ovid, MI       
      July 2006-July 2008                     K-3 Resource Room
  • Coordinated with parents, teachers, teacher assistants, and various service providers that include speech, occupational therapists, and physical therapists for students having learning disabilities, speech impairments, cognitive impairments, autistic impairments, and other health impairments
  • Drafted and implemented multiple Individualized Education Plans (IEP)
  • Effectively planned and implemented lesson plans to increase students' academic, social, and life skills
 
Long Term Substitute Teacher- Schavey Road Elementary, Dewitt, MI    
          December 2005-June 2006      Cross-Categorical Special Education (1st and 2nd)
  • Scheduled and conducted Individual Education Plan meetings
  • Coordinated schedules for and supervised classroom aides and paraprofessionals
  • Actively supported general educators on effective work strategies to use within the classroom

Professional Development:
ASD Building Coach
Instructional Support Team
Peer to Peer Support for Students with ASD Workshop
Early Intervention for Students with ASD Workshop
Educational Strategies for Students with ASD Workshop
Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training

Additional Skills:
IEP Development and Implementation
Behavior Intervention Plan Development
Woodcock Johnson-III Tests of Achievement
Brigance Assessments
Running Records
COR-Child Observation Record
DIBELS Assessment

Refereces Available Upon Request
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