Yolanda Duhon
Lake Charles
Summary
Compassionate Special Education Teacher with proven background in enhancing learning experiences for children with diverse needs. Skilled in creating adaptive teaching methods tailored to individual student requirements, fostering an inclusive classroom environment. Strengths include effective communication, behavioral management techniques, and developing interactive educational materials. Improved academic performance and social integration for students through innovative approaches and collaborative efforts with parents and professionals.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher, Dean of Discipline
Calcasieu Parish School Board
Lake Charles
08.1988 - 09.2023
- Collaborated with parents and educators to support student progress and well-being.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance classroom environment.
- Monitored student performance and adjusted teaching methods as needed.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
- Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
Special Education Teacher
Jeff Davis Parish School Board
Lake Arthur
08.1987 - 07.1988
- Developed individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to unique student requirements.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education 1-12, Elementary Grades 1-8
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA05-1987
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Behavioral intervention strategies
- Lesson plan development
- Special needs assessment
- Instructional collaboration
- Classroom management
- Parent communication
- Educational advocacy
- Problem solving
- De-escalation techniques
- Trained in CPI
- Conflict resolution techniques
- American sign language
- Behavior intervention plans
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Cognitive and behavioral development
Certification
- Louisiana Teaching Certificate Type B 068187 Valid Life
- Applied for Texas Teaching Certificate
Timeline
Special Education Teacher, Dean of Discipline
Calcasieu Parish School Board
08.1988 - 09.2023
Special Education Teacher
Jeff Davis Parish School Board
08.1987 - 07.1988
Bachelor of Science - Special Education 1-12, Elementary Grades 1-8
McNeese State University