Amanda Benko
Allentown,PA
Summary
Dual-certified teacher with nearly 3 years of experience supporting culturally and linguistically diverse students in community settings. Skilled in developing interactive lessons, creating individualized education plans, and facilitating effective parent communication. Focused on establishing firm guidelines, structure, and routines to enhance both social and academic growth.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher, Early Intervention
Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit 21
Schnecksville, Pennsylvania
07.2023 - Current
- Led IEP meetings to ensure comprehensive support for students while cultivating collaboration among team members.
- Utilized embedded instruction methods to support students in making progress towards their IEP goals within their early childhood environments.
- Orchestrated weekly social group sessions for up to seven students, establishing a structured routine along with themed activities and impactful visual supports.
- Coached regular education teachers in effectively addressing diverse needs while developing visual schedules, first/then boards, and social stories for utilization.
- Facilitated weekly communication with parents from diverse backgrounds to strengthen relationships and enhance skill carryover, utilizing TextNow, Google Translate, and TransPerfect.
- Upheld document timelines ensuring compliance for annual IEPs and biannual reevaluations.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
The University of Scranton
Scranton, PA05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Early & Primary Education
The University of Scranton
Scranton, PA05-2022
Skills
- IEP Implementation
- Behavior Intervention Strategies
- Interactive Lesson Development
- Cultural Responsiveness
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Parent Communication
Certification
- Pennsylvania Instructional I Certificate, Grades PK-4, Active
- Pennsylvania Instructional I Certificate, Special Education (PK-12), Active
Timeline
Special Education Teacher, Early Intervention
Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit 21
07.2023 - Current
Master of Science - Special Education
The University of Scranton
Bachelor of Science - Early & Primary Education
The University of Scranton