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Charles Perkins

Louisa,KY

Summary

Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Lawrence County Board of Education, skilled in IEP implementation and conflict resolution. Successfully fostered student engagement and growth through tailored lesson plans and behavior management strategies, enhancing cognitive and behavioral development for diverse learners. Committed to empowering students and collaborating with families for optimal outcomes.

Organized Special Education Teacher successful at providing classroom and emotional structure for special needs children required to flourish in academic setting. Certified and licensed in Kentucky and recognized as highly qualified educator. Coordinates well with classroom teachers with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Lawrence County Board of Education
08.2016 - 06.2025
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS).
  • Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
  • Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
  • Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
  • Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
  • Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
  • Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
  • Provided emotional support to students and families.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
  • Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
  • Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
  • Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
  • Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
  • Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
  • Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.

Special Education Teacher

Boyd County Schools
02.2003 - 05.2016
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
  • Performed research on latest instructional tools to inform purchase decisions by school administrators according to budget.
  • Assembled resource materials to communicate helpful information to parents and staff regarding special needs topics.
  • Maintained accurate and complete student records to prepare reports on children and activities.

Instructor One

BOYD COUNTY SCHOOLS
08.1995 - 02.2002
  • Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
  • Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.
  • Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.

Education

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management/Principal

University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY
12-2013

Master of Arts - Special Education

Georgetown College
Georgetown, KY
05-2003

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Georgetown College
Georgetown, KY
12-1992

Skills

  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Cognitive and behavioral development
  • Motivating students
  • IEP and BIP implementation
  • Oversight of financial departmental resources
  • Budget management and event leadership
  • Oversight of school fees and fines
  • Experienced in school bookkeeping using Redbook

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Lawrence County Board of Education
08.2016 - 06.2025

Special Education Teacher

Boyd County Schools
02.2003 - 05.2016

Instructor One

BOYD COUNTY SCHOOLS
08.1995 - 02.2002

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management/Principal

University of The Cumberlands

Master of Arts - Special Education

Georgetown College

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Georgetown College

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