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Amoy Wechselman

Cincinnati

Summary

Dynamic Intervention Specialist with extensive experience at Cincinnati Public Schools, adept at utilizing specialized instructional strategies and effective communication to enhance student learning. Proven track record in developing individualized educational plans and implementing data-driven interventions, fostering significant progress in students with diverse needs. Skilled in crisis intervention and behavioral support.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Intervention Specialist

Cincinnati Public Schools
Cincinnati
08.2023 - Current
  • Teacher in a self-contained Autism unit for grades K-3, with a 1:6 students ratio
  • Conducts comprehensive assessments to identify student needs and develop individualized educational plans
  • Collaborated with teachers and support staff to design and implement effective instructional strategies
  • Facilitated small group interventions to enhance literacy and numeracy skills among struggling students
  • Documented student progress and adapted approaches based on data analysis and feedback
  • Employ special educational strategies or techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, or memory
  • Establish and communicate clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to students
  • Instruct special needs students in academic subjects, using a variety of techniques, such as phonetics, multisensory learning, or repetition to reinforce learning and meet students' varying needs
  • Instruct students in daily living skills required for independent maintenance and self-sufficiency, such as hygiene, safety, or food preparation
  • Provided behavioral support and crisis intervention, ensuring a safe learning environment
  • Engaged with families to foster communication and build a supportive home-school connection
  • Participated in professional development to stay current with best practices in special education

1st grade Teacher

St. Joseph Catholic School
Cincinnati
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Classroom teacher for 1st grade class
  • Taught all subjects, provided classroom management, maintained records, developed lesson plans, grades and progress reports
  • Responsible for student supervision, maintained communication with all parents and caregivers
  • Member of school wide events committee
  • Created daily lesson plans for 6 subjects

Intervention Specialist, K-1

The Children’s Home of Cincinnati
Cincinnati
09.2020 - 12.2022
  • Taught small group instruction to small ratio sized class of K-1st grade students, administered IEP, completed ETR’s and BIP’s
  • Developed and implemented various strategies to meet the needs to students with disabilities
  • Co-teaching with therapeutic group leaders
  • Develop individual educational plans (IEPs) designed to promote students' educational, physical, or social development
  • Employ special educational strategies or techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, or memory
  • Instruct special needs students in academic subjects, using a variety of techniques, such as phonetics, multisensory learning, or repetition to reinforce learning and meet students' varying needs
  • Teach socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification or positive reinforcement
  • Responsible for grading student assignments and tracking student progress
  • Experience with formative and summative assessments

2nd Grade Teacher

Riverside Academy
Cincinnati
09.2021 - 05.2022
  • Taught a class of 23 students all instructional areas
  • Planned and executed lessons, provide differentiated instruction adhering to Ohio State Standards
  • Responsible for supervising students, providing grading for all assignments and tracking student progress
  • Provided accommodations for students receiving service plans

Intervention Specialist, Autism Unit K-3

Cincinnati Public Schools
Cincinnati
08.2019 - 05.2019
  • Administer standardized ability and achievement tests to kindergarten or elementary students with special needs
  • Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, or teacher training workshops to maintain or improve professional competence
  • Confer with other staff members to plan or schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula
  • Develop or implement strategies to meet the needs of students with a variety of disabilities
  • Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, or administrative regulations
  • Meet with parents or guardians to discuss their children's progress, advise them on using community resources, or teach skills for dealing with students' impairments
  • Monitor teachers or teacher assistants to ensure adherence to special education program requirements
  • Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
  • Organize and display students' work in a manner appropriate for their perceptual skills
  • Prepare assignments for teacher assistants or volunteers
  • Teach students personal development skills, such as goal setting, independence, or self-advocacy
  • Collaborate with other teachers or administrators to develop, evaluate, or revise kindergarten or elementary school programs
  • Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, or other professionals to develop individual education plans (IEPs)
  • Develop individual educational plans (IEPs) designed to promote students' educational, physical, or social development
  • Employ special educational strategies or techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, or memory
  • Establish and communicate clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to students
  • Instruct special needs students in academic subjects, using a variety of techniques, such as phonetics, multisensory learning, or repetition to reinforce learning and meet students' varying needs
  • Instruct students in daily living skills required for independent maintenance and self-sufficiency, such as hygiene, safety, or food preparation
  • Modify the general kindergarten or elementary education curriculum for special-needs students
  • Plan or conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate
  • Teach socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification or positive reinforcement
  • Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress

Education

M.Ed. - Curriculum and Instruction

Houston Baptist University
Houston, Texas
05.2018

Skills

  • Data Management Software
  • Effective Communication
  • Parent Communication
  • Behavioral Support
  • LETRS training
  • CCH Autism Training
  • Specialized instructional strategies
  • Behavior modification
  • Formative assessment
  • Crisis intervention
  • Data analysis
  • Social skills instruction
  • Sensory integration techniques
  • Multisensory learning

Certification

ODE 5 years Professional License, Intervention Specialist, Mild/Moderate

References

  • Jennifer Myree, Former Principal, Rees E Price Academy, myreeje@cpsboe.k12.oh.us, 513-363-4100
  • Shane Culyer, School Psychologist, Rees E Price Academy, sculyer@cpsboe.k12.oh.us, 859-468-5496
  • Linda Roll, Speech-Language Pathologist, Rees E. Price Academy (T and W), rollin@cpsboe.k12.oh.us, 363-6065, 513-300-0262
  • Mrs. Shannon Benion, CPS District-Wide Mentor, Jacob Center, 513-375-8414

Timeline

Intervention Specialist

Cincinnati Public Schools
08.2023 - Current

1st grade Teacher

St. Joseph Catholic School
08.2022 - 06.2023

2nd Grade Teacher

Riverside Academy
09.2021 - 05.2022

Intervention Specialist, K-1

The Children’s Home of Cincinnati
09.2020 - 12.2022

Intervention Specialist, Autism Unit K-3

Cincinnati Public Schools
08.2019 - 05.2019

M.Ed. - Curriculum and Instruction

Houston Baptist University

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