Nancy Thornton
Wilmington,IL
Summary
Dedicated Early Childhood Special Education Teacher with proven skills in individualized education plans, sensory integration techniques, and data analysis. Committed to fostering inclusive learning environments that promote child development and academic success.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Joliet School District 86
Joliet, IL
08.2022 - Current
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive classroom environments.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess and evaluate student progress.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Adapted instructional materials to enhance accessibility for students with disabilities.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Mentored new teachers, fostering professional growth and instructional improvement.
- Instructed students on various subjects in a supportive learning environment. across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Developed individualized education plans to meet unique needs of students with disabilities.
- Implemented engaging lesson plans that fostered social and emotional growth in early learners.
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Southern Will County Cooperative For Special Education
Joliet, IL
11.2018 - 07.2022
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adjust interventions.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor student development and communicate findings with parents.
- Established classroom routines that promoted positive behavior and enhanced learning environments.
Early Education Teacher
Childcare Recourse and Referral
Joliet, IL
02.2012 - 08.2019
- Developed and implemented engaging early childhood education curricula to enhance learning experiences.
- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment, ensuring children's emotional and physical well-being.
- Collaborated with parents to support child development and address individual needs effectively.
- Mentored junior educators, providing guidance on teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Led professional development workshops for staff to improve instructional practices in early education settings.
- Assessed student progress through observations and assessments, adapting approaches as necessary.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by initiating regular updates on student progress and classroom happenings.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate various learning styles and ensure all students had equal opportunities for success.
- Assisted and supervised 20 children through entire school day.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Governors State University
Park Forest, IL02-2007
Masters of Education in Curriculum And Instruction - Education
National Louis University
Chicago, IL12-2019
Skills
- Individualized plans
- Sensory integration
- Sensory strategies
- Behavior management
- Inclusive practices
- Data analysis
- Teamwork and cooperation
Certification
- Learning Behavior Specialist License -
- English Second Language
- Professional Educator License
Timeline
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Joliet School District 86
08.2022 - Current
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Southern Will County Cooperative For Special Education
11.2018 - 07.2022
Early Education Teacher
Childcare Recourse and Referral
02.2012 - 08.2019
Masters of Education in Curriculum And Instruction - Education
National Louis University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Governors State University