SHEILA HIEBNER
HENDERSON
Summary
Skilled educator with strong expertise in special education and background in fostering positive and engaging learning environment for young students. Created and implemented lesson plans that encourage critical thinking and fostering inclusive classroom environments. Demonstrated effective classroom management and communication skills, adaptable to various educational needs. Proficient in behavior management, individualized education plans, and student assessments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Sutton Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and retention of core subjects.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs in the classroom.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting respect, responsibility, and collaboration among students.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and provided targeted feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with teaching partner to plan, support student development and address academic challenges.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering respectful relationships among students.
- Integrated technology into lesson delivery to enhance student engagement and facilitate interactive learning experiences.
Elementary Special Education Teacher 2nd-4th Grades
Central City Public Schools, Central City, NE
08.2014 - 05.2024
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Developed Positive Behavior Support Plans, Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS), and developed daily charts to track such behavior.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
High School Varsity Volleyball Coach
Central City Public Schools, Central City, NE
08.2014 - 11.2020
- Coached teams of 18-24 girls and developed the youth programs.
Student Teacher
LPS - Belmont Elementary, Lincoln, NE
01.2014 - 03.2014
- 2nd and 3rd Grade Special Education for 10 weeks
Student Teacher
LPS - Kahoa Elementary, Lincoln, NE
01.2014 - 03.2014
- 3rd Grade General Education for 10 weeks
Education
Master of Science - Special Education with an Emphasis on Behavior Interventionist
University of Nebraska – Kearney
Kearney, NE12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Special Education K-6
Nebraska Wesleyan University
Lincoln, NE05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-8
Nebraska Wesleyan University
Lincoln, NE05.2014
Skills
- Dual Endorsed Teacher in both the general and special education areas in the elementary level
- Passionate about creating environments that the students thrive in and love to learn in
- Very experienced in teacher collaboration
- Head coaching experience at both the varsity and middle school level
- Was a part of a School Improvement Plan team for eight years
- MTSS committee member
- Parent-teacher communication
- Growth mindset
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
Timeline
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Sutton Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
Elementary Special Education Teacher 2nd-4th Grades
Central City Public Schools, Central City, NE
08.2014 - 05.2024
High School Varsity Volleyball Coach
Central City Public Schools, Central City, NE
08.2014 - 11.2020
Student Teacher
LPS - Belmont Elementary, Lincoln, NE
01.2014 - 03.2014
Student Teacher
LPS - Kahoa Elementary, Lincoln, NE
01.2014 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Science - Special Education K-6
Nebraska Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-8
Nebraska Wesleyan University
Master of Science - Special Education with an Emphasis on Behavior Interventionist
University of Nebraska – Kearney