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Adriana Shaw

Pompton Lakes,NJ

Summary

Patient and compassionate Special Education Teacher with experience in devising and implementing effective special education strategies. Skilled at individualizing instruction based on students' needs and interests. Strong background in creating positive learning environments, fostering parent-teacher relationships, and managing Individualized Education Programs (IEP) to support student success. Previous work has resulted in improved academic performance for special needs students.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Prospect Park B.OE
Prospect Park , NJ
09.2024 - Current
  • Served as an advocate for special education students within the school system.
  • Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
  • Collaborated closely with related services providers such as Gen. Ed teachers and CST staff.
  • Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
  • Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.

Long Term Sub 6th Grade Science

Little Falls B.OE
Little Falls , NJ
01.2024 - 05.2025
  • Developed and implemented hands-on science lessons for students.
  • Instructed students on the use of scientific equipment and techniques.
  • Provided individualized instruction to help struggling students understand complex topics.
  • Created a classroom environment that encourages curiosity and critical thinking.

Assistant Director

The Learning Experience
Newark, NJ
01.2022 - 12.2024
  • Developed and managed a team of 20 employees to ensure the efficient operations of the organization.
  • Assisted in the coordination of special events and corporate functions.
  • Oversaw employee relations issues such as grievances, disciplinary actions and terminations.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Cultivated relationships with families to address students' needs.

Education

Master of Science - Education

Dominican University
New York
05-2023

Bachelor of Arts - Social Science With A Minor in Theater

Dominican University
New York
05-2018

Skills

  • Individualized instruction
  • Educational assessment
  • Behavior intervention
  • Collaborative teaching
  • Curriculum development
  • Classroom management
  • Parent communication
  • Co-teaching experience

Affiliations

  • Performed in a variety of scool & community productions, as well as assisted the director with props, costumes and set design.
  • Ballooning & backdrop creations for PTO & other events

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Prospect Park B.OE
09.2024 - Current

Long Term Sub 6th Grade Science

Little Falls B.OE
01.2024 - 05.2025

Assistant Director

The Learning Experience
01.2022 - 12.2024

Master of Science - Education

Dominican University

Bachelor of Arts - Social Science With A Minor in Theater

Dominican University
Adriana Shaw