Barbara Voelker
Littleton
Summary
Experienced Special Education Teacher with 25 years of expertise in developing IEPs, leading teams, and analyzing student performance data. Committed to creating supportive learning environments and enhancing educational outcomes through tailored strategies and effective collaboration.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Douglas County School District
Highlands Ranch
08.1999 - 05.2024
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
- Maintained focused, inclusive, and supportive learning environments.
- Met with parents about student needs to garner additional support.
- Analyzed data from standardized tests and other forms of assessment information in order to inform instructional decisions.
- Advised administrators on relevant policies regarding special education programs.
- Team leader of the Special Education Team
- Maintained accurate records of student performance and attendance throughout the year.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching and learning best practices.
- Assisted in the development of Individual Education Plans.
- Monitored student performance in order to measure academic growth over time.
- Established positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues to ensure successful learning experiences.
- Developed customized learning plans for students with disabilities.
- Assisted teachers in developing assessment tools for measuring student progress toward meeting educational goals.
- Created lesson plans that incorporated differentiated instruction strategies tailored to the individual needs of each student.
- Attended IEP meetings as part of a multidisciplinary team providing support services for students with special needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary/Special Education
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND12-1980
Skills
- Individual education plans
- Behavioral support
- Special education legislation
- Data analysis
- Differentiated instruction
- Inclusion strategies
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Douglas County School District
08.1999 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Elementary/Special Education
University of North Dakota