Mikaela Good
Mechanicsburg,IL
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with proven success at Sangamon Valley School District in creating impactful IEPs and fostering strong student relationships. Expert in differentiated instruction and conflict resolution, effectively motivating students to achieve their goals while maintaining clear communication with parents and adapting curricula to meet diverse needs. Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Sangamon Valley School District
08.2014 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with
- Redirected students using positive behavior reinforcements.
Teacher
Springfield Urban League- Head Start
10.2011 - 05.2014
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- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
Education
LETRS Training
American College of Education
06-2025
Master of Arts - Special Education
Greenville University
05-2019
LBS-1 Endorsement
MacMurray College
12-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Benedictine University
05-2009
Skills
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Motivating students
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Differentiated instruction
- Data management
- Curriculum adjustments
- Parent communications
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Sangamon Valley School District
08.2014 - Current
Teacher
Springfield Urban League- Head Start
10.2011 - 05.2014
LETRS Training
American College of Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Greenville University
LBS-1 Endorsement
MacMurray College
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Benedictine University
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