Rachel Gurtman
Plainview,NY
Summary
My mission as a special education teacher is to specifically convey to each and every student that, with self-belief and hard work, they have the ability to accomplish anything in life. Education is changing every day, but what needs to stay constant is the love and encouragement we show students on a daily basis. I’m excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of special education with compassion and innovation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
P.S 72 The Lexington Academy
09.2023 - Current
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
Assistant Teacher
Miss Sue's Nursery School
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Work with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Collaborate with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Observe children to identify individuals in need of additional support and develop strategies to improve assistance.
Special Education Student Teacher
Castle Hills Elementary School
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Student teacher in a 4th and 5th grade special class.
- Managed 12 IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement.
- Recorded student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Assistant Teacher
Building Blocks Developmental Pre-School
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Assistant Teacher in a Preschool Classroom.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Education
Master of Science - Childhood Special Education
Hunter College
New York, NY06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Delaware
Newark, DE 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Plainview-Old Bethpage JFK High School
Plainview, NY 06.2018
Certification
New York State Initial Certification: Childhood Education 1-6
New York State Initial Certification: Students with Disabilities 1-6
Teach ID: 4177881
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
P.S 72 The Lexington Academy
09.2023 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Miss Sue's Nursery School
08.2022 - 06.2023
Special Education Student Teacher
Castle Hills Elementary School
08.2021 - 12.2021
Assistant Teacher
Building Blocks Developmental Pre-School
06.2021 - 08.2021
Master of Science - Childhood Special Education
Hunter College
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Delaware
High School Diploma -
Plainview-Old Bethpage JFK High School
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