Lillian Alyssa Townsend

www.linkedin.com/in/lillian-townsend
lillian.townsend17@gmail.com
903-413-5141

Educational Experience
2013-Present Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas
B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis in Special Education
(Expected graduation Spring 2017)

Texas Certification
Anticipated Date: Spring 2017 SPED EC-12
Anticipated Date: Spring 2017 Generalist EC-6
Anticipated Date: Spring 2017 ESL Supplemental

Professional Preparation
General Education
Fall 2015 Junior Methods I, Bryan ISD, 165 hours
Milam Elementary School, Second Grade Classroom
Utilized CHAMPS and clip chart behavior management techniques
Utilized technology including SmartBoard and iPad into lessons

Special Education
Spring 2016 Junior Methods II, College Station ISD, 165 hours
Creek View Elementary School, Resource Classroom
Greens Prairie Elementary School, PPCD Classroom
Designed and implemented curriculum based measures including rubrics and
checklists
Incorporated interventions and accommodations into TEKS based lesson plans

Fall 2016 Senior Methods I, Bryan ISD, 25 hours

Bryan High School, Resource Classroom
Assessed student strengths and weaknesses using a variety of informal assessments
Met with student to create transition goals for postsecondary education, employment,
independent living, and recreation & leisure

Spring 2017 Clinical Teaching, Bryan ISD, 15 weeks

Henderson Elementary, Life Skills Classroom
Conducted behavioral and academic interventions
Collected and analyzed data to make instructional decisions

Related Professional Experience

2016-2016 Texas A&M Center on Disability and Development, College Station, TX
PATHS Mentor
Mentor adult with disabilities in transition based program
Aided students in exploring the community while familiarizing themselves with bus
routes and transportation resources
2015-2016 Bryan Independent School District, Bryan, TX
Substitute Teacher
Maintained classroom rules and implemented clear expectations of student behavior
for effective classroom management
Experience in K-5 classrooms including special education, all subjects

2013-2015 Marigold Learning Academy, Rockwall, Texas

Summer camp teacher at school for children with autism
Collaborated with other teachers to write age-appropriate lesson plans
Assisted BCBAs with data collection and progress monitoring
Taught art and social time lessons to small group

2013-2015 Lake Pointe Church Special Needs Ministry, Rockwall, Texas

Sunday School Teacher
Co-taught with other Sunday School teachers
Interacted with children and families in one-on-one and small group setting

Other Experience
2012-Present Miss Magnificent Pageantry, Rockwall, Texas
Founded and manage a 501(C)(3) nonprofit dedicated to promoting the self-esteem,
confidence, and communication skills of individuals with special needs
Plan, promote, and execute numerous events throughout the year in a variety of
locations throughout Texas and surrounding states
Work one-on-one and in small groups with special needs individuals and their
families

Honors and Awards

Spring 2015 Class of 2017 Class Stars Award Service
University-wide program at Texas A&M to acknowledge outstanding students of each
class year for academics, athletics, leadership, service, and spirit

Organizations
2014-2017 Alpha Phi Omega, Texas A&M University
Completed over 400 hours of community service
Attended leadership training workshops
Held numerous leadership positions such as project chair and pledge trainer

References *More references available upon request

Bren McCullar Texas A&M University, Student Teacher Supervisor
Supervisor for student teaching semester
Office: 979-209-8863
Cell: 979-446-1566
Email: bren.mccullar@tamu.edu