AMANDA LOFFREDO
Brentwood,Maryland
Summary
Motivated Special Education Teacher with extensive experience across grade levels and educational settings, seeking a challenging role as a Special Education Coordinator. Strong leadership abilities and a deep commitment to student success and inclusivity. Skilled in developing and implementing IEPs, facilitating IEP meetings, and applying the I&RS process. Expertise in modifying and accommodating instruction for diverse learners. Proficient in data analysis, assessment, and progress monitoring. Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills. Capable of facilitating professional development and leveraging technology for enhanced instruction. Well-organized and deadline-driven. Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
DC Prep Edgewood Middle School
08.2020 - Current
- Demonstrated success in designing and implementing individualized instructional strategies to address diverse learning needs, resulting in improved academic outcomes
- Facilitated professional development sessions on the Intervention and Referral Services process, guiding educators in modifying and accommodating instruction for students with special needs and developing effective IEP goals and present levels of academic performance.
- Utilized evidence-based practices and differentiated instruction to create inclusive and engaging learning environments that fostered student growth and development.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, and professionals to develop and implement comprehensive Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) aligned with students' unique strengths, challenges, and goals.
- Utilized data analysis and assessment results to drive data-driven decision-making and implement targeted interventions for student improvement.
- Actively participated in multidisciplinary team meetings, providing valuable insights and expertise to ensure the delivery of high-quality special education services and compliance with legal requirements.
- Created and managed IEPs, defining student learning objectives and applying instructional strategies to support goals.
Modified general education curriculum using various instructional techniques and technologies to meet the needs of special-needs students. - Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to a diverse range of students with neurodiverse backgrounds.
Maintained strong student rapport, recorded progress, and collaborated with parents and school administration to foster engagement and track student development. - Designed individualized lesson plans to support struggling students and maintain their progress levels.
Instructed students with various classifications and degrees of special needs. - Collaborated with general education teachers across academic departments.
- Provided instruction and support to students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
Special Education Teacher
KIPP Whittier Middle School
08.2016 - 06.2020
- Led and facilitated Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, optimizing outcomes and growth goals for students with special needs.
- Established a comprehensive system for data collection, ensuring accurate and timely documentation of student growth, behavior, and health needs for individualized support.
- Created and delivered training sessions to educate staff on differentiating instruction and materials for diverse student needs.
Assisted with the development of Behavior Intervention Plans and Functional Behavior Assessments. - Utilized a wide range of instructional methods, materials, and technology to engage students and accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Collaborated effectively with support staff, service providers, and parents/guardians to ensure coordinated and comprehensive support for students' educational needs.
- Conducted ongoing assessments and progress monitoring, utilizing data analysis to inform instructional decisions and identify areas requiring additional support or intervention.
- Maintained strong communication and collaboration with parents/guardians, providing regular updates on student progress and fostering a collaborative partnership between home and school.
Special Education Teacher
Camden’s Charter School Network
08.2014 - 06.2016
- Demonstrated leadership in a self-contained classroom, providing comprehensive educational support to students in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Actively participated as a Special Education Teacher on an IEP and RTI team, ensuring accurate and appropriate modifications and accommodations for students.
- Helped students integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for their individual requirements and providing problem-solving support to teachers.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Collaborated with team members to develop and implement effective modifications and accommodations for students with special needs.
- Maintained meticulous records of modifications and accommodations, adhering to legal and educational documentation requirements.
- Utilized assessment data and findings to identify students who required further evaluation and determined the necessary next steps in the referral process.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Special Education Teacher
Haddonfield Middle School
09.2013 - 05.2014
- Implemented differentiated instructional strategies (in-class support, small group instruction, one-on-one instruction) to meet diverse learning needs in an inclusion classroom across academic subject areas.
- Modified and designed curriculum materials to align with individual learning styles, ensuring access to appropriate instructional strategies and resources.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators, school psychologists, and other professionals as a member of the child study team, contributing to the development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for classified students.
- Utilized specialized testing (e.g., TOMA) to assess students' mathematical abilities and conducted data analysis to identify present levels of academic performance, informing the establishment of relevant goals and objectives for continual progress.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Relay Graduate School of Education
WashingtonElementary Education K-6 & Special Education K-12 - Elementary And Special Education
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
CamdenBachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJSkills
- Legal Compliance
- IEP Management
- Instructional Practices
- Differentiated Instruction
- Professional Development
- Specialized Evaluations
- Collaboration
- Community Engagement
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
DC Prep Edgewood Middle School
08.2020 - Current
Special Education Teacher
KIPP Whittier Middle School
08.2016 - 06.2020
Special Education Teacher
Camden’s Charter School Network
08.2014 - 06.2016
Special Education Teacher
Haddonfield Middle School
09.2013 - 05.2014
Master of Arts - Teaching
Relay Graduate School of Education
Elementary Education K-6 & Special Education K-12 - Elementary And Special Education
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rowan University
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