Laura Wang
WILLIAMSBURG
Summary
Dedicated educator with a strong background in developing individualized education plans and behavioral assessments. Expertise in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support student transitions and enhance social skills development. Compassionate and results-driven professional specializing in early childhood special education. Known for effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and commitment to fostering student success through tailored educational strategies.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Williamsburg James City County Schools
Williamsburg
08.2007 - 06.2017
- Designed individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Collaborated with parents to address student behavioral and developmental challenges.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and development.
- Facilitated small group activities to enhance social skills among students.
- Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance for reporting purposes.
- Worked closely with therapists such as physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists.
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Henrico County Public Schools
Henrico
08.2005 - 06.2007
- Designed individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Collaborated with parents to address student behavioral and developmental challenges.
- Provided training and support to classroom aides and volunteers.
- Facilitated small group activities to enhance social skills among students.
- Coordinated with specialists to integrate therapy services into daily activities.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance for reporting purposes.
- Worked closely with therapists such as physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists.
Education
Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia, VA06-2006
Skills
- I worked with a team to develop Individualized education plans
- I specialized in writing Behavioral Assements
- I worked with Occupational, Physical and Speech Therapists
- Worked with General Education teachers to push into classrooms
- Worked with Kindergarten Teams to make the transition Kindergarten smooth
- Received the Teacher of the year for Bright Beginnings
Timeline
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Williamsburg James City County Schools
08.2007 - 06.2017
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Henrico County Public Schools
08.2005 - 06.2007
Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
Virginia Commonwealth University