Sara Hill
Peoria
Summary
Experienced special education teacher with a strong dedication to supporting elementary and middle school students facing various disabilities. Proficient in delivering both pull-out and push-in services, implementing effective co-teaching models, and managing self-contained classrooms. Committed to creating inclusive learning environments that promote student growth and achievement.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Sonoran Heights Middle School
Surprise, AZ
08.2022 - Current
- Provide individualized instruction and support for students with diverse learning needs
- Implement accommodations and modifications in accordance with IEPs
- Collaborate with general education teachers in a co-teaching model to foster inclusive classrooms
- Coordinate with school counselors and other support staff to connect students with appropriate resources and services tailored to their unique needs.
Special Education Teacher
Lake Pleasant Elementary School
Peoria, AZ
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Delivered specialized instruction to students with mild to severe disabilities
- Conducted pull-out and push-in services to support student success
- Maintained detailed records and progress reports in compliance with district and state regulations
- Monitored student progress closely, intervening proactively when necessary to ensure steady growth and achievement of learning goals.
Education
Special Education Endorsement - Special Education
University of Montana
Missoula, MT12-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Montana
Missoula, MT05-2001
Skills
- Small group instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Co-teaching experience
- Data management
- Inclusion strategies
- Collaborative teamwork
- De-escalation techniques
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Lesson planning
- Literacy intervention
Certification
- Arizona Teaching Certification, Special Education
- Special Education Endorsement, 2020
Proffessional Develpment & Training
- Trained in SRA Corrective Reading Program (Structured reading intervention)
- Experienced in IEPPro (IEP management system)
- Proficient in DSKtop (Special education data system)
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Sonoran Heights Middle School
08.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Lake Pleasant Elementary School
10.2021 - 05.2022
Special Education Endorsement - Special Education
University of Montana
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Montana