Amy Ainley
Toms River,NJ
Summary
Dedicated Certified Special Education Teacher adept in developing individualized education plans and fostering collaboration among educators. Skilled in differentiated instruction and classroom management, I empower students with learning disabilities to achieve their academic goals through tailored support, innovative teaching strategies and building students' strengths and confidence. Committed to providing students with firm guidelines, structure, routines and dependability to foster social and academic growth.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Special Education Teacher
Roosevelt Intermediate School
Westfield, NJ
09.2007 - Current
- Experience includes working with intermediate students grades 6 through 8 with learning disabilities and/or other health impairments that require IEPs.
- Pull-Out Support Teacher: The environment included 2 to 9 students in a class needing assistance with explicit instruction in study and/or organizational skills, while supplementing learning objectives from other classes, assisting with homework, and allowing students additional time on assessments when needed.
- In-Class Resource Teacher 6th-8th Grade (Math, Language Arts, and Social Studies): Modified lessons and assignments to align with diverse student needs.
Monitored student progress to ensure academic growth and achievement.
Collaborated with subject teachers to plan effective instructional strategies.
Accommodated individual learning styles to enhance classroom engagement.
Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and introduced tailored interventions. - Self Contained Replacement Teacher 6th-8th Grade (Math and Language Arts): Implemented tailored instructional strategies for small groups based on modifications and accommodations specified in students' IEPs
6th-9th Grade Personal Tutor
Westfield
Westfield, NJ
01.2004 - Current
- Assisted approximately 200+ students individually in weekly or bi-weekly hour-long sessions.
- Conducted individualized lessons focusing on the student's areas of difficulty.
- Developed and implemented supplemental lessons to meet objectives of classroom teachers.
- Taught study and organizational skills, as well as assisted with homework or long-term assignments.
Certified Special Education Teacher
Manalapan Englishtown Middle School
Manalapan, NJ
09.2004 - 06.2007
- Experience includes working with intermediate students grades 6 through 8 with learning disabilities and/or other health impairments that require IEPs.
- Supplemental Teacher: Environment included 2 to 9 students in a class needing assistance with explicit instruction in study and/or organizational skills while supplementing learning objectives from other classes, assistance with homework, and allowing students additional time on assessments when needed.
- In-Class Support Teacher— 7th and 8th Grade Social Studies; 7th and 8th Grade Language Arts; 6th and 7th Grade Mathematics: Responsibilities included modifying learning techniques and assignments, monitoring students’ progress, planning with and assisting the subject teacher, and accommodating students as needed so that they could meet their potential in the class. Knowledge of various instructional strategies as well as subject matter was required.
- Self Contained Class Teacher—7th and 8th Grade Math; 7th and 8th Grade Social Studies: Environments permitted small group instruction of curriculum using modifications and accommodations as prescribed by an IEP.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
East Stroudsburg University
East Stroudsburg, PA05.2004
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Classroom management
- Curriculum development
- Student assessment
- Behavior management
- Collaboration techniques
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Instructional strategies
- Adaptability techniques
- Time management
- Differentiated instruction
Key Contributions
- ESY- Secondary Math, 2025
- Jump Start Director, 2017-Present
- Sunshine Committee, 2012-2016
- Report Card Committee, 2014-2015
- Reflective Practice Group, 2012-2014
- Leadership Committee, 2010-2013
- Team Leader, 2009-2011
- Yearbook Adviser, 2007-2011
Certifications And Qualifications
- New Jersey Certified Teacher of Students with Disabilities
- New Jersey Certified Teacher of the Handicapped
- New Jersey Certified Elementary School Teacher Grades K-6
- Highly Qualified to teach Middle School Language Arts and Middle School Math
- Passing Praxis Scores in the following: Middle School Mathematics, Middle School Language Arts, Elementary Education: Content Knowledge, PPST Reading, PPST Writing, PPST Mathematics, Listening Skills, Fundamental Subjects: Content Knowledge, Education of Exceptional Students: Core Content Knowledge
Professional Development
- 11/24/24, Creating Common Assessments
- 10/01/24, I-Ready Training
- 09/01/23, Strategic Planning and Restorative Practices
- 05/01/21 - 05/01/23, Future Educators of America
- 10/01/20, Start Strong Testing
- 09/01/14 - Present, Dyslexia Training
- 04/01/17, Character Education
- 04/01/17, Differentiation and Assessment for the Middle School
- 05/01/15 - 05/01/17, Law-Related Education Conference (for the SS Teacher)
- 06/01/14, Implementing a 'Google' Classroom
- 03/01/14, Using Mobile Devices in the Classroom
- 02/01/14, Suicide Prevention Training
- 01/01/14, Language Arts Curriculum Development
Timeline
Certified Special Education Teacher
Roosevelt Intermediate School
09.2007 - Current
Certified Special Education Teacher
Manalapan Englishtown Middle School
09.2004 - 06.2007
6th-9th Grade Personal Tutor
Westfield
01.2004 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
East Stroudsburg University
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