Samantha Simpson
Bridgetown,Barbados
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement. Looking to continue her career into mainstream schooling.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Special Education Teacher
The Schoolhouse For Special Needs Inc
Brittons Hill, St.Michael
06.2022 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of modernized instruction and individualized support for all kinds of learners.
- Modified the general Barbadian education curriculum for special-needs students using different instructional techniques.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Worked one on one with students, practicing subjects such as, but not li,tied to : Social Skills, Mathematics, English language, Creativity, West Indian Social studies, Basic Geography.
Tutor
Self Employed Services
Barbados
03.2021 - Current
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through engaging activities and consistent reinforcement of complex concepts.
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
Administrative Assistant and Childcare Assistant
Inchcape Barbados
Barbados
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Managed up to 30 children of the employees, during remote learning.
- Developed a system to accommodate multiple students and their online learning requirements.
Education
Certificate - Psycology, Barbados
Erdiston Teachers Training School
Barbados 09.2023 - 05.2024
Associates Degree - Business Studies
Barbados Community College
Barbados05.2022
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Small Group Instruction
- Inclusion Strategies
- Parent Communication
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Social Skills Development
- Literacy Intervention
- Student Support
- Emotional Support
- First Aid and CPR trained
Timeline
Certificate - Psycology, Barbados
Erdiston Teachers Training School
09.2023 - 05.2024
Special Education Teacher
The Schoolhouse For Special Needs Inc
06.2022 - Current
Administrative Assistant and Childcare Assistant
Inchcape Barbados
02.2022 - 07.2022
Tutor
Self Employed Services
03.2021 - Current
Associates Degree - Business Studies
Barbados Community College