Caitlin Phillips
Humboldt
Summary
Offering collaborative and empathetic approach to education, with focus on developing strong relationships with students. Brings understanding of individualized education plans and behavior management strategies to create supportive learning atmosphere. Ready to use and develop classroom management and instructional skills in teacher role.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
8th Grade Special Education Teacher
Ripley Middle School
07.2024 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- 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.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- 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.
6th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
West Carroll Elementary
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Attended professional development workshops and trainings to stay current on best practices in English Language Arts education.
- Utilized formative assessments regularly, allowing for targeted instruction based on individual student progress.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques, catering to diverse learning styles and needs of students.
- Aligned curriculum with state standards, ensuring that lessons were both engaging and met required benchmarks for success.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
Education
Special Education/ Interventionist Certification - Special Education
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Secondary English Education
University of Tennessee At Martin
Martin, TN05-2023
Associate of Science - General Education
Dyersburg State Community College
Dyersburg, TN05-2020
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Small group instruction
- Individual education plans ieps
- Classroom management
- Co-teaching experience
- Collaborative teamwork
- Data management
- Inclusion strategies
Timeline
8th Grade Special Education Teacher
Ripley Middle School
07.2024 - Current
6th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
West Carroll Elementary
08.2023 - 07.2024
Special Education/ Interventionist Certification - Special Education
University of Tennessee
Bachelor of Science - Secondary English Education
University of Tennessee At Martin
Associate of Science - General Education
Dyersburg State Community College
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