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Andrea Caparco

Mt. Sinai,New York

Summary

Dedicated Special Education Teacher with expertise in differentiated instruction and IEP development. Proven ability to enhance student behavior through effective classroom management and positive reinforcement strategies.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Three Village Central School District
Stony Brook, NY
09.2002 - Current
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Conducted regular progress assessments to inform instructional adjustments and optimize learning outcomes.
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
  • Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess and enhance learning strategies.

Special Education Aide

DDI- Young Autism Program
Ronkonkoma, NY
09.2001 - 08.2002
  • Assisted lead teachers in executing instructional strategies tailored to each student.
  • Tracked student progress through systematic data collection and analysis.
  • Facilitated parent training sessions to enhance engagement and support student development.
  • Executed ABA strategies to support behavioral development and learning processes.

Education

Master of Science - Special Education

Dowling College
Oakdale, NY

Bachelor of Arts - Child Study And Speech Pathology

St. Joseph's College
Patchogue, NY

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Parent communication
  • Trained in CPI
  • Verbal and nonverbal communication
  • Visual supports
  • Life skills instruction
  • Sensory integration
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Augmentative communication
  • IEP development
  • IEP and BIP implementation

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Three Village Central School District
09.2002 - Current

Special Education Aide

DDI- Young Autism Program
09.2001 - 08.2002

Master of Science - Special Education

Dowling College

Bachelor of Arts - Child Study And Speech Pathology

St. Joseph's College