James Fox
Mesa
Summary
Experienced with supporting students with diverse learning needs in special education settings. Utilizes tailored instructional strategies to enhance student engagement and progress. Knowledge of effective classroom management techniques to maintain supportive learning environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Instructional Aide
Heritage Academy
07.2024 - 12.2024
- I worked one-on-one with sixth, seventh, and eighth-grade students, focusing on their Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals
- I managed a caseload of about 10 students and provided academic support, tutoring, organizational assistance, and emotional guidance
- I took detailed daily notes on student progress and reported them to the special education teacher, helping to ensure effective collaboration toward students' academic and emotional needs to ensure success in the classroom
Special Education Paraprofessional
Dan W. Peterson School
01.2021 - 01.2024
- I worked with K-12 students with severe disabilities, focusing on individual IEP goals through a customized approach tailored to their abilities
- Each day required patience and dedication, managing gradual progress, emotional outbursts, distractions, and daily routines
- Responsibilities included feeding, changing, and engaging students in fun activities while using technology to enhance learning and foster a supportive environment
Student Teacher-Resource
Pima Elementary School
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Specialized as a 5th and 6th-grade resource teacher
- Managed 18 students who needed one-on-one help to complete assignments and accomplish quarterly IEP goals
- I tracked daily and weekly academic and emotional progress to reach quarterly goals
- Attended IEP meetings and collaborated with teachers on behalf of the student's success
Student Teacher 1st Grade
Jack Daley Primary School
08.2021 - 12.2021
- A 60-hour student teaching internship within a 1st-grade classroom
- Interacted with both teachers and kids daily
- Appropriately prepared and instructed ELA and math lessons
Teaching Intern
Rice Primary School
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Observed 75 hours of virtual online teaching for a 5th-grade classroom
- Interacted with both teachers and kids weekly
- Appropriately prepared and instructed a social studies lesson using Arizona ELA, ELP, and ISTE tech standards
Teaching Intern
Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Observed 75 hours of virtual online teaching for a 2nd-grade classroom
- Interacted with both teachers and kids weekly
- Appropriately prepared and instructed a science lesson using ELA standards
Substitute Teacher
Thatcher & Alpine School Districts
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Performed instructional and classroom management for absent teachers
- Took attendance, instructed classes of 15-20 students, and maintained classroom cleanliness for grades K-12
- Gained valuable teaching experience
Youth Development Professional
The Boys and Girls Club of the Gila Valley
06.2018 - 03.2019
- Orchestrated program services and collaborative educational initiatives for youth members, emphasizing quality instruction
- Provided direct supervision and ensured the safety of program participants while instilling ethical values through high-quality programs
- Managed administrative documentation and fostered positive connections with children, parents, and guardians
Education
Bachelors - Elementary and Special Education
ASU Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College
12.2022
Associates - Elementary Education
Eastern Arizona College
05.2020
Skills
- Inclusion strategies
- Classroom management
- Classroom organization
- Positive reinforcement
Certification
- Arizona Teaching Certification K-8, AEPA, 10/01/24
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), 09/01/24, Trained in nonviolent crisis intervention techniques to ensure the safety and well-being of students and staff in challenging situations.
- Epilepsy Awareness and Seizure Management, Training Epilepsy Foundation, 11/01/24, Completed training to support individuals with epilepsy, including seizure recognition, first aid, and implementing seizure action plans.
Awards
Eagle Scout Award, The Boy Scouts of America, 02/01/18, Achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, demonstrating leadership, commitment, and community service.
Timeline
Special Education Instructional Aide
Heritage Academy
07.2024 - 12.2024
Student Teacher-Resource
Pima Elementary School
01.2022 - 05.2022
Student Teacher 1st Grade
Jack Daley Primary School
08.2021 - 12.2021
Special Education Paraprofessional
Dan W. Peterson School
01.2021 - 01.2024
Teaching Intern
Rice Primary School
01.2021 - 04.2021
Teaching Intern
Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School
08.2020 - 12.2020
Substitute Teacher
Thatcher & Alpine School Districts
01.2019 - 01.2020
Youth Development Professional
The Boys and Girls Club of the Gila Valley
06.2018 - 03.2019
Bachelors - Elementary and Special Education
ASU Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College
Associates - Elementary Education
Eastern Arizona College
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