Amanda Murphy
Dracut,MA
Summary
Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academics and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing consistent communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Haverhill Public Schools
11.2021 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Developed and executed behavioral intervention plans, leading to decrease in disruptive behaviors and increase in classroom participation.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Promoted self-advocacy and independence in students with disabilities by teaching self-management and decision-making skills.
Educational Support Professional
Haverhill Public Schools
08.2016 - 11.2021
- Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain an orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Participated in professional development opportunities focused on best practices for supporting diverse learners in inclusive settings.
- Assisted with the development of data-driven intervention plans based on analysis of student assessment results.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify students'' unique needs and develop targeted interventions.
- Supported classroom instruction through the provision of differentiated lessons tailored to various learning styles and abilities.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a supportive environment for academic success.
- Organized instructional materials and resources for teacher use, streamlining lesson preparation processes.
Education Support Professional
Walpole Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2016
- Facilitated small group instruction targeting specific skill deficits while maintaining high levels of motivation among participants.
- Contributed to the creation of customized lesson plans based on individual student needs and goals.
- Implemented individual behavior support plans for students.
- Supported classroom instruction by preparing materials, managing resources, and organizing learning spaces effectively.
- Assisted teachers in developing and implementing lesson plans.
Teacher's Aide
Charms Collaborative
06.2005 - 08.2012
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Participated in team goal writing for life skills, vocational skills, and functional academics.
- Instructed students in whole group, small group, and 1:1 in the classroom, job sites, and the community.
Education
Master of Science - Moderate Disabilities Pre-K- 8
American International College
Springfield, MA05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA05-2004
No Degree - Elementary Education
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MASkills
- Data management
- Lesson planning
- Data collection
- Differentiated instruction
- Behavior intervention plans
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans
- Instructional strategies
- Augmentative communication
- Behavior modification
- Social skills development
- Group and individual instruction
Certification
Safety Care Certified
SEI Endorsed
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Haverhill Public Schools
11.2021 - Current
Educational Support Professional
Haverhill Public Schools
08.2016 - 11.2021
Education Support Professional
Walpole Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2016
Teacher's Aide
Charms Collaborative
06.2005 - 08.2012
Master of Science - Moderate Disabilities Pre-K- 8
American International College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Bridgewater State University
No Degree - Elementary Education
Bridgewater State University
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