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Bradley Dender

Plymouth Meeting,PA

Summary

Compassionate experienced professional with an immense amount of experience in the educational field in the last 4 years. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic educator whom is always looking for a way to incorporate research-based developmentally appropriate practice into lessons to allow students the most optimal growth academically, socially, and emotionally. Team oriented educator who is always seeking to best help the school in anyway possible.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Autistic Support Teacher K - 1st Grade

Devon Elementary School
11.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced autistic students'' communication skills by implementing visual and auditory aids in lessons.
  • Improved students'' social interactions through role-playing activities and group projects.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive student support, including occupational therapists, speech therapists, physical therapists, and school psychologists.
  • Increased student engagement by incorporating sensory integration techniques into lessons and classroom activities.
  • Trained paraeducators in best practices for working with autistic students, enhancing overall support within the school.
  • Implemented data-driven instruction to continuously monitor student progress and adapt teaching strategies as needed.
  • Partnered with parents to maintain open communication lines and provide resources for at-home support.
  • Utilized assistive technology tools to facilitate learning opportunities tailored to individual student abilities and preferences.
  • Fostered self-regulation skills among students through the implementation of calming strategies during challenging situations.
  • Managed challenging behaviors effectively using proactive interventions, reducing disruptions in the learning environment.
  • Facilitated successful transitions between school activities by providing visual schedules and structured routines.
  • Evaluated student performance objectively through ongoing assessments, tracking progress towards IEP goals.
  • Designed creative lesson plans that accommodated diverse learning styles prevalent among autistic learners.
  • Coordinated interscholastic programs specifically designed for autistic students to foster socialization with other grade level students in STEM integration.
  • Empowered students with autism through the teaching of coping mechanisms and self-advocacy strategies.
  • Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in the Equity Team to engage in Uncomfortable Conversations and plan better ways to assist the school in diversity education/practices
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Applied proven strategies to improve students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills.

Building Substitute / Assistant ELD Teacher

ESS
08.2023 - Current
  • Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
  • Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
  • Supported children by working closely with teachers, parents and administrators.
  • Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
  • Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
  • Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
  • Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.

ESY Austistic Support Teacher

CCRES
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
  • Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.
  • Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.

Reading Paraprofessional

CCRES
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Implemented research-based lessons that were accommodated to students IEP's, 504 plans, and diverse learners in reading instruction for K-4th grade
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Progress monitored monthly on students phoneme segmentation, fluency, comprehension/retelling, letter recognition etc.
  • Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
  • Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
  • Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
  • Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
  • Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
  • Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.

First Grade Long Term Substitute Teacher (SLC)

Springfield School District
12.2021 - 06.2022
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.
  • Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
  • Developed and adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs and different learning styles.
  • Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.

First Grade and Kindergarten Building Substitute

Kelly Educational Staffing
10.2021 - 12.2021
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.

4th Grade Summer Academy Teacher (CES)

Colonial School District
07.2021 - 08.2021
  • Worked one-on-one and in small groups with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals..
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Utilized study guides and interactive study tools to increase standardized test scores.

4th Grade Classroom Teacher

St. Jane Frances De Chantal School
09.2019 - 06.2021
  • Developed and instituted research-based summative assessment utilizing project-based learning to foster collaboration amongst students.
  • Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities both in person and virtually.
  • Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.

Education

Master of Education - Education And STEM Education

DeSales University
Center Valley, PA
05.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education / Elementary Education

DeSales University
Center Valley, PA
05.2019

Skills

  • Teaching Certification (Pre K - 4), STEM Teaching Certified (Pre K - 12)
  • Community based planning, Project based Learning, Collaboration
  • Blackboard, Flipgrid, CommonLit, Google Classroom
  • Wilson, Wonders, Envisions, Greg Tang Math, Rise and Rise Up

Non-Classroom Teacher Roles

Teen Travel Guide

30 Galesi Dr, Wayne, NJ, 07470 (06/2021 - 07/2022)

  • Led 40 high school age students in different 6 states
  • Facilitated a group of 20 students in 3 community service events

Instructional Aide

 201 E Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA, 19462 (08/2021 - 10/2021)

  • Collaborated with other instructional assistants and teachers to provide comprehensive support to students and deliver instruction aligned with curriculum and PA standards.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based strategies to foster independence and academic engagement.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.


Timeline

Autistic Support Teacher K - 1st Grade

Devon Elementary School
11.2023 - Current

Building Substitute / Assistant ELD Teacher

ESS
08.2023 - Current

ESY Austistic Support Teacher

CCRES
06.2023 - 07.2023

Reading Paraprofessional

CCRES
09.2022 - 06.2023

First Grade Long Term Substitute Teacher (SLC)

Springfield School District
12.2021 - 06.2022

First Grade and Kindergarten Building Substitute

Kelly Educational Staffing
10.2021 - 12.2021

4th Grade Summer Academy Teacher (CES)

Colonial School District
07.2021 - 08.2021

4th Grade Classroom Teacher

St. Jane Frances De Chantal School
09.2019 - 06.2021

Master of Education - Education And STEM Education

DeSales University

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education / Elementary Education

DeSales University

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