Alexander Lane
Camillus
Summary
Dedicated Special Education and Social Studies Teacher with experience in IEP implementation and cognitive development. Skilled in leveraging educational technologies and creating innovative lesson plans within co-teaching environments. Proven ability to motivate students and manage classrooms effectively. Also served as a football coach for five years, enhancing team dynamics and leadership skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Syracuse City School District
Syracuse, NY
08.2024 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to set clear learning objectives and implement tailored educational strategies, ensuring alignment with student goals.
- Delivered differentiated classroom instruction to neurodiverse students, fostering an inclusive environment and supporting individual learning needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students to enhance engagement and learning outcomes through targeted instructional techniques and technologies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to teach Social Studies classes as a certified Social Studies and Special Education teacher.
Signal Support Specialist
US Army Reserve
Syracuse, NY
06.2015 - 03.2026
- Completed service in the US Army and received an Honorable Discharge in March 2026.
- Supervised battlefield signal support systems and terminal devices, ensuring reliable communication in operational environments.
- Provided maintenance and technical assistance to commanders and staff, enhancing functionality and reliability of signal support systems.
- Performed signal diagnostic functions to detect network interruptions and diagnose connection deficits.
- Trained users on connecting, using, and maintaining Army communication equipment, improving operational readiness and user proficiency.
- Tested signal-level equipment for operational performance within prescribed tolerances.
- Installed new wiring and networking hardware in existing facilities and within new construction.
Special Education Teacher
Madison Metropolitan School District-Madison West
Madison, WI
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Created and managed IEPs to outline student learning objectives and educational strategies, collaborating with educators to develop tailored instructional approaches.
- Delivered differentiated classroom instruction to diverse learners, ensuring engagement and accessibility for all students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students, incorporating instructional techniques and technologies to enhance learning outcomes.
Social Studies Teacher
Madison Metropolitan School District-Madison East
Madison, WI
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Explored and implemented innovative teaching techniques in lesson delivery, enhancing students' understanding of social studies concepts.
- Monitored current events and integrated relevant topics into curriculum to enhance student engagement and understanding.
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
- Created and nurtured a positive educational environment that fostered student learning and collaboration.
- Completed documentation of attendance, grades, and other required details.
Special Education Teacher
Madison Metropolitan School District-Madison East
Madison, WI
08.2017 - 06.2022
- Created and managed IEPs to establish clear learning objectives and educational strategies, ensuring alignment with student needs and instructional best practices.
- Designed individualized lesson plans for struggling students, targeting specific areas for improvement to support consistent academic progress.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students, enhancing engagement and learning through tailored instructional techniques and technologies.
- Partnered with teachers to enhance instructional practices.
Signal Support Specialist
US Army
Fort Drum, NY
06.2007 - 06.2015
- Received honorable discharge from active duty service in June 2015. from active duty June 2015; transitioned directly into the US Army Reserves
- Supervised and assisted with battlefield signal support systems and terminal devices to ensure operational readiness in critical situations.
- Provided maintenance and technical assistance to commanders and staff on signal support systems; set up terminal devices and completed onboarding to ensure successful integration into existing network frameworks.
- Tracked and detected network service disruptions using computer systems, scopes, and meters, enabling prompt resolution and maintaining communication capabilities.
Education
Doctor of Education - Sustainability Education
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI05-2027
Master of Science - Special Education
Edgewood College
Madison, WI01-2020
Master of Science - Teaching English As A Second Language
Edgewood College
Madison, WI01-2020
Master of Science - Social Studies Education
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY05-2016
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences
Ashford University
San Diego, CA04-2014
Skills
- IEP development
- Progress monitoring
- Student needs assessment
- Curriculum development
- Differentiated instruction
- Small group instruction
- Co-teaching experience
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Social studies teaching
- Proficient in Canvas
- Smartboard technology
- Group instruction
- Parent communication
- Parent collaboration
- Collaboration skills
- Student development
Certification
- Licensed Special Education teacher- New York and Wisconsin
- Licensed Social Studies teacher- New York and Wisconsin
- Licensed English as a Second Language teacher- Wisconsin
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Syracuse City School District
08.2024 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Madison Metropolitan School District-Madison West
08.2023 - 06.2024
Social Studies Teacher
Madison Metropolitan School District-Madison East
08.2022 - 06.2023
Special Education Teacher
Madison Metropolitan School District-Madison East
08.2017 - 06.2022
Signal Support Specialist
US Army Reserve
06.2015 - 03.2026
Signal Support Specialist
US Army
06.2007 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences
Ashford University
Master of Science - Social Studies Education
Syracuse University
Master of Science - Teaching English As A Second Language
Edgewood College
Master of Science - Special Education
Edgewood College
Doctor of Education - Sustainability Education
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point