Shannon Rainsberger
Winchester
Summary
Dynamic educator with strong skills in evidence-based teaching strategies and student progress monitoring. Committed to fostering independence and self-advocacy in students with disabilities, ensuring optimal educational outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Woodgrove High School
Purcellville, VA
08.2010 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans to address diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance student support services.
- Implemented evidence-based teaching strategies to improve student engagement and outcomes.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instructional methods accordingly.
- Advocated for students' rights and ensured compliance with legal requirements in education.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Fostered positive learning environment, reducing classroom disruptions through effective behavior management strategies.
- Implemented individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs, ensuring personalized support.
- Promoted self-advocacy and independence in students with disabilities by teaching self-management and decision-making skills.
Special Education Teacher
Blue Ridge Middle School
Purcellville, VA
07.2004 - 07.2010
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- 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.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Advocated for rights and needs of students with special education requirements, ensuring access to appropriate resources and accommodations.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet varied needs of students, enhancing educational accessibility.
Education
Master of Arts - Psychology
Ashford University
San Diego, CA08-2017
Bachelor of Arts - History
Ashford University
San Diego, CA12-2014
Master of Arts - Special Education
Ashford University
San Diego, CA04-2013
Bachelor of Arts - English
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV06-1991
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans ieps
- Small group instruction
- Co-teaching experience
- Collaborative teamwork
- Team collaboration
- Parent communication
- Student records management
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Woodgrove High School
08.2010 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Blue Ridge Middle School
07.2004 - 07.2010
Master of Arts - Psychology
Ashford University
Bachelor of Arts - History
Ashford University
Master of Arts - Special Education
Ashford University
Bachelor of Arts - English
West Virginia University