Tracy May
Remington
Summary
Teacher, Artist, Author, Public Speaker, Life Coach, Consultant
Talented teaching and coaching professional familiar with helping clients/ students set goals, build skills and learn through individual and group sessions. Effective at modeling behaviors, developing social skills and working with clients in all types of settings.
Licensed Special Education Teacher, M. ED
Certified Life Coach Practitioner Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Indiana Digital Learning School
Modoc
07.2023 - Current
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
- Utilized technology resources such as online programs and assistive devices.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
Life Coach, Consultant
Promising Connections
Remington
01.2009 - Current
- Coached and Consulted Unique Learners, , and Trauma Survivors
- Helped clients identify goals, obstacles and strategies for attaining greater fulfillment.
High School Science Teacher
Community Schools of Frankfort
Frankfort
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Taught Biology, Zoology, and ICP to High School Students
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
- Delivered clear, informative lectures on subject matter framed to meet state standards.
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.
- Monitored student performance, offering constructive feedback and additional aid to struggling students.
Artist
ASI, Inc
Frankfort
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Facilitated collaborative art with adult consumers
- With the collaboration of the consumers, completed public art pieces for the TPA Festival of Lights, created large paper mache animals for a manger scene and for upcoming art shows
- During Covid 19 shut down, brought art into the group homes
Toddler Lead Teacher
Purdue Early Childhood and Education Center
West Lafayette
07.2019 - 09.2020
- Created curriculum, planned lessons, supervised assistants in a classroom of ten toddlers
- Provide personal care and supervised play
- Communicated daily with parents.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning and developmental activities.
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
- Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
Customer Service
Remington True Value
Remington
09.2019 - 07.2019
- Assisted customers in finding hardware, plumbing, painting, and other home improvement supplies throughout the store
- Took inventory
- Priced inventory and stocked shelves
- Operated the cash register
- Performed housekeeping chores.
Art Teacher
Suncrest Elementary
Frankfort
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Taught Art on an emergency permit to over 600 students in grades preschool through 5th grade
- Encouraged student creativity with motivation, positive feedback and constructive criticism.
- Organized and coordinated hands-on artistic activities to encourage active participation, involvement and team work.
- Instructed students on proper care and use of art tools and equipment.
- Planned and presented art displays and exhibitions to showcase student work for school and community.
- Created positive educational climate to promote student learning.
- Served on the social committee
- Planned a Christmas around the world art show and
- Spring Art Show
- Organized art competitions and fundraisers to support students
- Assisted other special area teachers in book fairs, running events, field day, and choir rehearsals
- Helped create a special area incentive program for students
- Established an art club during my Thursday lunch hour for 4th and 5th grade students.
Special Education Teacher
Tri- County Primary School
Remington
09.2016 - 06.2018
- Teacher of Record or 12 students
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
Teacher
Twin Cities German Immersion School
Saint Paul
03.2016 - 06.2016
- At the Twin Cities German Immersion School, special assignment assisting student who experienced trauma.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
- Prepared and presented lesson plans in academic subjects using traditional and modern teaching techniques.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
Publicity Chair
Tri-County School Corporation
Wolcott
02.2016 - 05.2016
- Publicity Committee, Referendum for Tri-County School Corporation
- Identified target audience and developed optimized communication plans to engage and interest individuals.
- Built and maintained corporate image, brand and identity.
- Designed and edited promotional publications.
- Oversaw special promotional events to drive positive media coverage, boost revenue and enhance sales.
- Created and optimized promotional publications and related materials.
Special Education Teacher
Minneapolis Public Schools
Minneapolis
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Long term sub cadre for Autism programs and across the district.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
Group Home Staff Member
PHS Group Homes
New Hope
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Provided in-home care to three men with developmental disabilities, mental illness, and a history of being sex offenders
- Documented and filed consumer health reports and charts.
- Prepared consumers for self-management and decision-making responsibilities.
- Helped individuals address disabilities and put together career plans.
- Connected individuals with relevant community resources and coordinated referrals.
- Established long and short-term goals for therapeutic services to encouraged consumer progress.
Special Education Teacher
Lionsgate Academy
St. Louis Park
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Taught and evaluated 75 students with Autism and Case Managed nine.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
Education
Special Education Teacher Certification
University of St. Thomas
Minneapolis, MNBachelor of Science - Cross-Cultural Studies
North Central University
Minneapolis, MNMaster of Ed. Special Education - Education
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MNLife Coach Practitioner Certificate - Life Coaching
Learning Journeys International. School of Coaching
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Teaching
- Special education due process
- Collaboration
- Case Management
- Knowledge of how to support people with disabilities, mental illness, and trauma related conditions
- Coaching Proficiency
- Goal Setting
- Data Collection
- Administration and Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Crisis Response
- Decision-Making
- Verbal and Written Communication
- De-escalation
- Time management
- Organization
- Advocacy
- Public Speaking
- Word processing
- Excel
- Blog/ Web Design
- Presentations
- Coaching
- Curriculum Writing
- Motivation
- Staff Training
- Team Collaboration
- Instructional Strategies
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Indiana Digital Learning School
07.2023 - Current
High School Science Teacher
Community Schools of Frankfort
08.2021 - 12.2022
Artist
ASI, Inc
08.2020 - 07.2021
Customer Service
Remington True Value
09.2019 - 07.2019
Toddler Lead Teacher
Purdue Early Childhood and Education Center
07.2019 - 09.2020
Art Teacher
Suncrest Elementary
08.2018 - 05.2019
Special Education Teacher
Tri- County Primary School
09.2016 - 06.2018
Teacher
Twin Cities German Immersion School
03.2016 - 06.2016
Publicity Chair
Tri-County School Corporation
02.2016 - 05.2016
Group Home Staff Member
PHS Group Homes
01.2012 - 01.2013
Special Education Teacher
Minneapolis Public Schools
01.2010 - 01.2015
Life Coach, Consultant
Promising Connections
01.2009 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Lionsgate Academy
01.2008 - 01.2010
Special Education Teacher Certification
University of St. Thomas
Bachelor of Science - Cross-Cultural Studies
North Central University
Master of Ed. Special Education - Education
University of Minnesota
Life Coach Practitioner Certificate - Life Coaching
Learning Journeys International. School of Coaching