Lilly Williams
Deer River
Summary
Offering a collaborative and empathetic approach to education, with a focus on developing strong relationships with students. Brings understanding of individualized education plans and behavior management strategies to create a supportive learning atmosphere. Ready to use and develop classroom management and instructional skills in an online role to make a meaningful impact on students' educational journeys.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
ISD #317
Deer River, MN
01.2024 - 06.2026
- Managed a case load of around 14 students in grades 6th-12th.
- Mainly served students with Developmental Cognitive Disabilities (mild to moderate) (DCD) as well as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Other Health Disabilities (OHD), and Physical Impairments (PI)
- Utilized behavior management techniques to foster a positive learning environment.
- Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, and support staff regarding student development.
- Performed 3-year reevaluations
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Developed individualized education plans tailored to students' unique needs.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for the successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Serviced 3 students via computer due to online learning setting
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - Special Education And Elementary Education
University of Minnesota Duluth
Duluth, MN05-2023
Skills
- Detail-oriented
- Organized
- Effective Time-management
- Compassionate
- Data management
- Due Process Paperwork
- Positive communication
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Collaborative teamwork
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
ISD #317
01.2024 - 06.2026
Bachelor of Applied Science - Special Education And Elementary Education
University of Minnesota Duluth