Brenna Orriola
Jeannette,PA
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Plum Borough School District, excelling in individualized instruction and behavior management. Expert in developing Positive Behavior Support Plans and collaborating with families to enhance student engagement. Skilled in data collection and crisis intervention, fostering inclusive learning environments for diverse learners.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Plum Borough School District
Plum, USA
08.2023 - Current
- Deliver individualized instruction aligned to IEP goals across academic domains
- Conduct Reevaluations, write IEPs and Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs)
- Develop and implement Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSPs)
- Collaborate with families and related services; track data to guide instruction
- Incorporate sensory tools, visual supports, and structured teaching methods
Student Teacher
Plum Borough School District
Plum, USA
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Co-taught 7th grade English, reading, and math, enhancing student engagement.
- Taught 8th grade learning support reading to improve literacy skills.
- Conducted full reevaluation with functional behavior assessment to inform instructional strategies.
- Developed individualized education plan with positive behavior support plan for diverse learners.
- Participated in student assistance program meetings to collaborate on intervention strategies.
- Attended transition meetings to facilitate smooth student transitions.
- Assisted in creating progress reports to track student achievement and growth.
Paraprofessional
Plum Borough School District
Plum, USA
08.2018 - 01.2023
- Facilitated successful inclusion of students with emotional disturbances in general education classes.
- Implemented positive behavior support plans to enhance student engagement.
- Utilized de-escalation techniques to ensure safety and well-being of students.
- Coordinated inclusive activities between students with disabilities and typical peers.
- Monitored and tracked data on specific student behaviors to inform interventions.
Service Coordinator
Alliance for Infants and Toddlers
01.2020 - 09.2021
- Oversaw early intervention services to enhance developmental support for families.
- Managed developmental evaluations to identify children’s specific needs.
- Generated Individualized Family Service Plans tailored to each child’s requirements.
- Conducted progress monitoring assessments to track developmental milestones.
- Attended transition meetings with DART to facilitate smooth service transitions.
- Provided families with diverse service resources to promote informed decision-making.
Education
M.Ed. - Special Education PK-12
Slippery Rock University
05.2023
B.A. - Criminal Justice
University of Pittsburgh
05.2017
Certification
- CPI Certified
- CPR/First Aid
- Mandated Reporter
- VB Mapping
- Early Intervention Training
- FBA to PBSP AIU Training
- Responding to Diversity
- PA Clearances: Act 34, 33, 37
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Plum Borough School District
08.2023 - Current
Student Teacher
Plum Borough School District
01.2023 - 05.2023
Service Coordinator
Alliance for Infants and Toddlers
01.2020 - 09.2021
Paraprofessional
Plum Borough School District
08.2018 - 01.2023
M.Ed. - Special Education PK-12
Slippery Rock University
B.A. - Criminal Justice
University of Pittsburgh
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