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Why I Want To Be A Special Education Instructional Assistant

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I have been a full time IA in a special education class for intellectual disabilities since September 2016. As a substitute teacher/IA for the academic year 2014 -2015, I was a short term IA (three months) substitute in a special education class at Herndon Middle School. In that same academic year I was asked by the principal of Clearview Elementary in Herndon, Kimberly Willison, if I would long term substitute for a new IA position that was acquired in that same classroom, I accepted the request. At the end of the school year the principal encouraged me to apply for this new position for the next academic year, 2016 – 2017. I applied for the position with a recommendation letter from the special education teacher at Herndon Middle School; I am currently serving …show more content…

I have become more motivated each year to learn and develop into a highly qualified, learned Special Education Instructional Assistant. I never thought that at this point in my life I could become so very passionate about a new field, a new path in my life and I attribute this fervent motivation to the special education teachers I have worked with, Joanne Morgan – Herndon Middle School and Michelle Mort Ranta Clearview Elementary. They showed me that I could make an enormous contribution in the life of the students; I could make a difference helping them find their way in the world.

This is a great year for our class; more of our students have been able to move into their general education classes for some academics. I accompany several of our students to their classes. I see the thrill they get from being able to spend more time with their peers and I enjoy seeing their enthusiasm. In this situation I see my role as not only supporting their academic curriculum but also making sure that their self-esteem is kept high, showing them that their identity is of great importance to us in the special education

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I didn’t realize how many students there were at my school with special needs, nor did I realize how short staffed they were for help. Within in the first week of helping out I realized how truly passionate I was to work with these students, and that it was something that I wanted to continue doing. The teacher told me I had great patience with the students and it really gave me to motivation I needed to continue working with them. Working with special needs students is not for everyone, it does take a lot of patience, and can be mentally challenging at times, but I do believe that I have what it takes to pursue on with this gift of mine and make a difference, even if it is just for one student 's life, or

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The staff here has had training and attended workshops on how to teach exceptional students. It is important to have them included in the classroom as much as possible but to also have their accommodations/modification in place when

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I was fortunate to be placed in Ms. Gohil’s classroom because her classroom was dedicated to students with special needs. This allowed me to experience first hand what an actual special education teacher does during a typical class day. I also was able to see paraprofessional work with the students on constant bases, not like my previous experience where the paraprofessional would only visit the child for approximately 20 - 30 mins per class period. What I also like was that I witnessed various behavioral changes from students and was able to see in real time how the teacher and paraprofessional handled these behaviors. At first, I did not understand some of the techniques that were being used, but then I would ask Ms. Gohil questions and

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It is with great interest that I am forwarding my resume for consideration as an Assistant Administrator of Instructional Improvement and Academic Coaching, a position posted on the Moreno Valley Unified School District’s website. Given my education, which includes a Masters of Education in Cross-Cultural Teaching, CLAD certified Single Subject credential issued by the state California, I believe I am an excellent fit for your position. In addition, I also hold a Certificate of Eligibility in Educational Administration and currently serve on the Executive Board as the Director of Middle Schools for the Moreno Valley Educators Association. I have 16 years combined experience with students and staff alike in the primary, intermediate and secondary setting, as well as a possessing a strong work ethic and interpersonal skills.

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Working with my students has brought me the greatest sense of joy and has helped me grow in ways I never imagined. The past five years has allowed me to grow close with my students, especially with one student in particular. My relationship with this student is one that is both motivational and personally touching. This student has Down syndrome, as did my late aunt; I found myself immediately connected to this student. He had unintelligible speech, which resulted in a great deal of frustration.

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When given materials by the teachers in the school I am working with, I make a conscious effort to help adapt them for my special education students and improve the lessons overall to further support students' learning. In my role as a mentor for the Honors Program and the Redbird Educator Scholars Program, I help come up with ideas for how to adapt the program so that in the future more people can feel supported and benefit from their membership. Working on these leadership teams

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By pursuing a teacher credential in mild to moderate disabilities I know I can achieve this goal because I carry a great passion for education and like to help students in need. Throughout my life I have made many friendships with individuals who have disabilities and seen the lack of support many receive in schools. Motivating me to support them in any possible way and inspiring me to became a special education teacher because I want to support them and other student’s in their education. Also, currently, being an instructional aide at an elementary school I have learned that becoming a teacher is something I would love to do every day because I get an opportunity to spend time with students, while I am teaching them and supporting them, it truly makes me happy and fulfilled to know I can make a difference in a child’s life. Pursuing my post baccalaureate education at Cal State La and continuing my program will fully prepare me to achieve my goal to become a special education teacher and become the best teacher, mentor, and supporter for

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To have a functional and effective learning environment it is important to understand that a classroom management plan not only affects the ability to teach, but also affects the ability to learn. The classroom management plan that I have created will meet the needs of all the students identified in the class profile provided because it is designed to create an environment for all the students to be able to learn without distractions while they learn how to advocate for themselves and develop a sense of independence, respect, and responsibility that will benefit all of them throughout their lives. As a teacher I have a responsibility to “create safe, inclusive, culturally responsive learning environments so that individuals with exceptionalities become active and effective learners and develop emotional well-being, positive social interactions, and self-determination.” (Council for Exceptional Children, n.d.) The accommodations and modifications for daily routines and procedures included in the plan are intended to align with the special Education Professional Ethical Principles.

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As the current Special Education Teacher at McKinley Elementary School, my primary responsibility is to teach

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This opportunity was given to me by being able to be a teacher's aide in Mrs.Mccabe’s life skills class. This has inspired me as an upcoming teacher and shown me that sewing into the lives of the younger kids can change who they are in the future for the better. Undoing the ongoing stigma society has laid out for these special needs kids is also very important for me and I will be a strong voice for the kids. Also in my time at Ennis High School, I was given the opportunity in one of my electives to be in Mrs.Kovars Ready Set Teach program for 3 years which allowed me to shadow a teacher at any of our available schools in the Ennis school district while also being able to get in-person classroom experience.

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During my morning at Gray-New Gloucester Middle School, I was fortunate to interview Mrs.S. a Special Education teacher. As I asked her “Why/How did you choose Special Education?” Mrs. S. said “That’s actually an interesting story” I was immediately intrigued and couldn't wait to hear what she had to share with me. Mrs.S. went to school at first not knowing what she wanted out of it. She graduated with an bachelor degree in English and left school still wondering what job was out there for her.

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Mrs. Hay has taught 8 years in education with 7 of these years at Carroll County Schools. In her time, all 7 of her years at Carroll Co. have been in special education. The last 4 years she has mainly been in 2nd grade Special Education. When she first started, she taught at a charter school with 9 children and all 9 children had IEPs, and she states “I was essentially doing the job of a special education teacher without realizing it.” In our time together, we discussed some of the challenges and highlights of a being a special education teacher.

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Also, the working environment should also be considered. The Occupational Handbook notes that while most special education teachers work at public schools, a small amount instead work at hospitals or even go directly to their student’s house to help not only the kid, but also help the parents learn how to teach their child. Most special education teachers call the experience rewarding, but it can be stressful (Occupational Handbook). Finally, like every other profession, special education teachers face advantages and disadvantages. Tanya Robertson, a teacher and writer for Chron, shares that teachers are passionate about

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Their roles is to plan, coordinate, schedule, and evaluate curriculum and instructional outcomes within a secure, positive, and enriched inclusive classroom environment. Their main responsibility is to provide instructional schedule and long range plan information. On the other hand, special education teachers have to design their lessons plans to fit each of the individual’s needs. Their main role is to provide instruction and support which facilitate the participation of students with disabilities in special education classrooms, but also in regular education classrooms. Their principal responsibility is to serve as case managers and be responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of their students.

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