AMY E. VAUGHN
Farmington,NY
Summary
Offering abilities in curriculum development and adaptation, differentiated instruction, and social-emotional learning training. Skilled in creating individualized education plans and facilitating positive student interactions. Bringing expertise in behavior intervention plans and familiarity with numerous intervention programs to support diverse educational needs.
Professional educator. Proven track record in developing engaging lesson plans and fostering positive learning environment. Strong skills in classroom management, curriculum planning, and student assessment. Reliable team player known for effective communication and adaptability to changing needs.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Rochester City School District
Rochester, NY
09.2026 - Current
- Designed standards-aligned literacy and math lessons supporting diverse first-grade learners.
- Differentiated instruction using assessment data to address reading, writing, and numeracy gaps.
- Managed classroom routines and behavior expectations to maintain productive learning environment.
- Collaborated with specialists and support staff to implement IEP and intervention services.
Special Education Teacher Kindergarten
Geneva Central School District
Geneva, NY
09.2025 - 06.2026
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student progress.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student performance and needs.
- Facilitated behavior management techniques to promote positive interactions.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
6th Grade 15:1/ CT Teacher
Canandaigua Middle School
Canandaigua, NY
10.2023 - 06.2025
- Designed differentiated lesson plans aligned with state standards and student learning objectives.
- Managed inclusive classroom environment supporting varied learning needs and positive student engagement.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop intervention strategies and support student achievement.
- Integrated instructional technology to enhance lesson delivery, student participation, and assignment completion.
Special Education Teacher ICOT 5th Grade
John James Audubon 33 RCSD
Rochester, NY
09.2018 - 06.2022
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Maintains daily communication with parents on student achievement and progress.
Special Education Teacher ICOT 4th Grade
John James Audubon 33 RCSD
Rochester, NY
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Collaborates with classroom teachers to differentiate for students of all abilities.
- Developed ELA and Social studies lessons that address common core goals.
- Adapted lessons to accommodate different learning abilities.
- Identifies IEP goals and progress monitored student achievement in ELA, Math and Writing.
- Creates student learning progress reports at the end of each quarter.
- Maintained positive relationships with parents, teachers and administration.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Education
Masters Degree - Childhood Education, Special Education grade 1-6
Saint John Fisher College
NYSkills
- Understanding of special education protocols
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Student progress reporting
- Records management
- Group and individual instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Student-centered learning
- Social-emotional learning training( Restorative practices)
- Curriculum development and adaptation
- Familiarity in numerous intervention programs (AIMSWeb, i-ready, corrective reading, LLI,Amplify)
- Behavior intervention plans
- Classroom management utilizing resorative practices
Certification
Professional Certification Childhood Education grades 1-6 and Special Education grades 1-6
Currently adding Students with Disabilities Extension 7-12
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Rochester City School District
09.2026 - Current
Special Education Teacher Kindergarten
Geneva Central School District
09.2025 - 06.2026
6th Grade 15:1/ CT Teacher
Canandaigua Middle School
10.2023 - 06.2025
Special Education Teacher ICOT 5th Grade
John James Audubon 33 RCSD
09.2018 - 06.2022
Special Education Teacher ICOT 4th Grade
John James Audubon 33 RCSD
09.2017 - 06.2018
Masters Degree - Childhood Education, Special Education grade 1-6
Saint John Fisher College
Personal Information
Title: ELEMENTARY AND/OR SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER