Alison Henries
Boylston,MA
Summary
Dedicated special education teacher with expertise in differentiated instruction and IEP development. Proven ability to foster positive learning environments and enhance student outcomes through effective collaboration and communication.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Robert E. Melican Middle School
Northborough, MA
08.2008 - Current
- Manage a caseload of 20-25 students in grades 6-8 with a variety of needs and ensured that all services were delivered and that all IEP timelines were followed.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for staff on the neuroscience of learning disabilities, emotional disabilities, and health impairments.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Coordinated with general education teachers across all academic areas to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with parents and other educators to develop comprehensive support plans, promoting student success.
- Promoted self-advocacy and independence in students with disabilities by teaching self-management and decision-making skills.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs. Assessment tools including: WJ-III, WIAT-4, KTEA-3, TOWRE-2, CTOPP-2, GORT-5, CMAT-2, and KeyMath-3.
Special Education Teacher
Parker Middle School
Chelmsford, MA
08.2004 - 06.2008
- Implemented behavior management techniques to foster positive classroom environments.
- 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.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Conducted assessments to identify students' strengths and areas for improvement, informing instructional strategies.
- Integrated social skills training into curriculum, facilitating improved peer interactions and social integration.
Education
Master of Science - M. Ed.
Lesley University
Cambridge, MA02-2016
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Amherst, MA05-2000
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Small group instruction
- Co-teaching experience
- Parent communication
- De-escalation techniques
- Disability assessment testing
- IEP development & implementation
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Robert E. Melican Middle School
08.2008 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Parker Middle School
08.2004 - 06.2008
Master of Science - M. Ed.
Lesley University
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Massachusetts, Amherst