Amie Corrao
Saukville
Summary
To obtain a full time special education teaching position at Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Talented Special Education Teacher focused on meeting student academic and emotional needs. Compassionate and caring in delivery of personalized, hands-on support and lessons targeted to specific learning needs and strengths. Leverages strong communication skills and patient nature to provide positive reinforcement in team-based, structured environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant
Saukville Elementary PWSSD
Saukville
04.2024 - 06.2025
- Supported diverse student needs by implementing individualized learning strategies, fostering academic growth and engagement.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, adapting materials and teaching methods to ensure comprehension and retention.
- Assisted in classroom management by promoting positive behavior and creating a supportive learning environment for all students.
Homemaker
N/A
Saukville
06.2012 - 04.2024
- Manage schedule for household to keep chores, appointments, and homework for children on-task.
- Assist with acts of daily living for four children and school responsibilities.
- Coordinate general housekeeping, deep-cleaning and family laundry.
- Managed household finances, budgeting, and resource allocation to ensure financial stability and support family needs effectively.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to children in homework and personal development, fostering academic success and self-esteem.
CDS Special Education Teacher
Sheboygan Area School District-James Madison Elementary
Sheboygan
01.2008 - 06.2012
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) to meet diverse student needs and enhance learning outcomes.
- Worked alongside the Speech Therapist, Occupational Therapist and Physical Therapist to implement and help the students achieve their individual therapy goals.
- Directly supervised three Educational Assistants.
- Aided students in range of motion, g-tube feeding, and personal cares.
- Community Based Instruction - monthly field trips into the community utilizing public transportation to practice real life skills, money skills, ordering off a menu, purchasing recipe ingredients etc.
Student Taught in CDS Classroom
Sheboygan Area School District-James Madison Elementary
10.2007 - 12.2007
- Created and implemented lessons.
- Took students on field trips in the community to promote life skills.
Student Taught in 2nd Grade
Sheboygan Area School District-James Madison Elementary
09.2007 - 10.2007
- Taught a variety of lessons in all subject areas.
- Team taught science lessons on butterfly unit.
- Attended District Inservice on Differentiated Instruction.
- Attended all staff development meetings, PTO meetings, and observed DRA assessments.
- Taught one full week independently and assumed all classroom responsibilities.
Practicum: Severely Cognitively Impaired Classroom
N.I.C.E. Community School District - Aspen Ridge Elementary
05.2007 - 06.2007
- Planned and implemented lessons.
- Attended IEP meetings and assisted with logging medical bills.
- Charted daily progress of students.
- Aided students in range of motion, tube feedings and personal cares.
Home Health Aide
Arcadia Home Health Care
Marquette
09.2004 - 06.2007
- Provided respite care for children with complex needs.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Provided compassionate, individualized care to clients, enhancing their daily living activities and overall quality of life.
Education
Master of Education - Interdisciplinary Studies Curriculum and Instruction
National Louis University
Sheboygan, WIB.S. - Elementary Education, Special Education Cognitive Impairments CI
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MISkills
- Individualized education plans
- Classroom management
- Special needs support
- Behavioral interventions
- CPI Training 2025
Acknowledgements
- Treasurer of Jaguar Parent Group 2025
- Girl Scout Troop Leader, 2017-2019
- Special Olympics Volunteer, Davenport, IA
- Davenport Challenge Day Volunteer, Davenport, IA
- Michigan Reading Conference Student Worker, Detroit, MI, 03/06
- Vice President of Marquette Alger Reading Council (M.A.R.C), Fall 2006
- President of M.A.R.C., Winter 2007
Timeline
Educational Assistant
Saukville Elementary PWSSD
04.2024 - 06.2025
Homemaker
N/A
06.2012 - 04.2024
CDS Special Education Teacher
Sheboygan Area School District-James Madison Elementary
01.2008 - 06.2012
Student Taught in CDS Classroom
Sheboygan Area School District-James Madison Elementary
10.2007 - 12.2007
Student Taught in 2nd Grade
Sheboygan Area School District-James Madison Elementary
09.2007 - 10.2007
Practicum: Severely Cognitively Impaired Classroom
N.I.C.E. Community School District - Aspen Ridge Elementary
05.2007 - 06.2007
Home Health Aide
Arcadia Home Health Care
09.2004 - 06.2007
Master of Education - Interdisciplinary Studies Curriculum and Instruction
National Louis University
B.S. - Elementary Education, Special Education Cognitive Impairments CI
Northern Michigan University