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Charilyn HICKS

Colorado Springs

Summary

Intuitive professional offers expertise in curriculum implementation and student assessment. Hardworking and kind professional commended for teaching and mentoring students to help transition to next grade. Strong communicator, passionate about providing appropriate learning techniques and behavioral redirection for children in a small group setting, needing to improve their reading skills.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Reading Interventionist

Colorado Springs School District Eleven
Colorado Springs
08.2021 - 05.2025
  • Implemented targeted interventions to boost reading skills and comprehension.
  • Monitored intervention effectiveness, adjusting strategies based on student progress.
  • Documented student progress and maintained accurate records for reporting.
  • Established a positive classroom environment to promote literacy enhancement.

Educational Assistant

Colorado Springs School District Eleven
Colorado Springs
08.2021 - 05.2022

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  • Facilitated small group instruction to reinforce key concepts and skills.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
  • Assisted teachers in daily classroom activities and lesson implementation.

Special Education Teacher

Widefield School District 3
Colorado Springs
06.1989 - 06.2014
  • Developed individualized education plans addressing diverse student needs.
  • Instructed special education classes utilizing evidence-based methodologies.
  • Collaborated with parents and staff to monitor and enhance student progress.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies to improve classroom dynamics.
  • Trained and mentored new staff on effective special education techniques.
  • Maintained accurate records tracking student progress towards IEP objectives.
  • Established a safe and supportive learning environment for special education students.

Education

Master of Arts - Special Education

University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO
06-1986

Skills

  • IEP development
  • Behavioral strategies
  • Research-based teaching methods
  • Monitoring student progress
  • Engagement strategies
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • CPI certification
  • Tailored instruction
  • Group facilitation

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Reading Interventionist

Colorado Springs School District Eleven
08.2021 - 05.2025

Educational Assistant

Colorado Springs School District Eleven
08.2021 - 05.2022

Special Education Teacher

Widefield School District 3
06.1989 - 06.2014

Master of Arts - Special Education

University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Charilyn HICKS