Austin Cooke
Brick,NJ
Summary
Experienced educator and coach with a strong background in both special education and general education. Skilled in building relationships with students, communicating with parents, and promoting collaboration among educators, significantly boosting student performance and engagement. Focused on supporting students with diverse needs in achieving academic success. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Middletown School District
Middletown, New Jersey
11.2021 - Current
- Manage student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Plan and implement lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Engage students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Participate in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Participate in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
Ice Hockey Coach
Middletown School District
Middletown, New Jersey
11.2024 - Current
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
- Collaborated with other coaches in order to create an effective coaching staff structure.
- Provided feedback to players on technique adjustments needed to enhance overall performance.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding player progress and any issues that may arise.
Ice Hockey Coach
Brick Township School District
Brick, New Jersey
10.2019 - 03.2024
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
- Collaborated with other coaches in order to create an effective coaching staff structure.
- Provided feedback to players on technique adjustments needed to enhance overall performance.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding player progress and any issues that may arise.
Special Education Teacher
Barnegat School District
Barnegat, New Jersey
09.2019 - 11.2021
- Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district-wide assessments.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
Paraprofessional
Shore Center for Students with Autism
05.2017 - 01.2018
- Assisted special education teachers in the classroom
- Supervised students both in and outside the classroom
- Provided supports and resources for students with autism
- Member of the school's Crisis Prevention Team
- CPI Certified
Education
M.D. - Graduate School of Education
Rutgers University
05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - English
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ05-2017
Associates Degree - Liberal Arts
Ocean County College
05.2015
William Paterson University
12.2013
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Creative Lesson Planning
- Efficient in Technology
- Behavior Management
- Data Analysis
- IEP Development
- Collaboration with Educators
- Parent Communication
- Autism Spectrum
- Small Group Instruction
- First Aid and CPR
Certification
- Elementary (K-6)
- Middle School (5-8) w/ Language Arts Literacy
- Teacher of Students with Disabilities (K-12)
Student Teaching
- Summerfield Elementary School, Neptune City, NJ, 5th Grade (09/2018 - 12/2018). Taught general education students as well as individuals with learning challenges within a mainstream classroom, Created lesson plans, Participated in PLC and PD meetings, Attended parent-teacher conferences, Received quality feedback on lessons from the district liaison and cooperating teacher, Passing score on edTPA.
- Neptune Middle School, Neptune City, NJ, 8th Grade Language Arts (02/2018 - 05/2018). Taught general education students as well as individuals with learning challenges within a mainstream classroom, created lesson plans, received quality feedback on lessons from the district liaison and cooperating teacher.
Hobbies and Interests
- Ice Hockey
- Guitar and Drums
- Golf
- Reading
- Exercising
Timeline
Ice Hockey Coach
Middletown School District
11.2024 - Current
Teacher
Middletown School District
11.2021 - Current
Ice Hockey Coach
Brick Township School District
10.2019 - 03.2024
Special Education Teacher
Barnegat School District
09.2019 - 11.2021
Paraprofessional
Shore Center for Students with Autism
05.2017 - 01.2018
M.D. - Graduate School of Education
Rutgers University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Rutgers University
Associates Degree - Liberal Arts
Ocean County College
William Paterson University
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