Shavonda Griffin
Canton
Summary
With a robust background at Canton Public School District, I excel in special education, demonstrating adaptability and professionalism. I've significantly contributed to student growth through innovative IEP development and exceptional classroom management, fostering collaborative teamwork to enhance educational outcomes. My expertise has empowered students with diverse needs to achieve beyond expectations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Exceptional Education Teacher (K-5)
Canton Public School District
08.2010 - Current
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' academic needs.
- Planned weekly learning activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress.
Exceptional Education Teacher (9-12)
Canton Public School District
08.2009 - 08.2010
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
Speech Therapist
Canton Public School District
08.2006 - 08.2009
- Monitored student progress according to goals.
- Stayed abreast of updates to treatment strategies in speech and language therapy.
- Developed treatment plans based on in-depth knowledge as well as specific student needs.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with speech impairments.
Education
Educational Specialist - Psychometry
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS05-2018
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction/Language Arts
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Language Pathology
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS12-2005
Skills
- Special education expertise
- IEP implementation
- Adaptability
- IEP development
- Excellent classroom management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Organizational skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Motivating students
- Professionalism
Certification
- 213 Psyhometrist (K-12); 2018
- 216 Speech Associate; 2018
- 221 Mild/Moderate Disabilities (K-12); 2010
- 910 SPED Fundamental Subjects; 2010
Timeline
Exceptional Education Teacher (K-5)
Canton Public School District
08.2010 - Current
Exceptional Education Teacher (9-12)
Canton Public School District
08.2009 - 08.2010
Speech Therapist
Canton Public School District
08.2006 - 08.2009
Educational Specialist - Psychometry
Jackson State University
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction/Language Arts
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Language Pathology
University of Southern Mississippi
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