BRETT ALLISON
North Bellmore,NY
Summary
Qualified special education teacher with solid background in Applied Behavior Analysis and tailored instructional strategies to help meet the needs of diverse learners. Known for collaboration and patient approach that strive for student success across all school settings. Committed to making meaningful impact on students' educational journeys.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher - Leave Replacement, 1st - 3rd 12:1:1
Chatterton School, Merrick UFSD
Merrick
09.2025 - Current
- Develop differentiated lessons and learning materials to meet the needs of students with diverse academic abilities.
- Apply principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to support skill acquisition and reduce maladaptive behaviors.
- Train, supervise, and collaborate with multiple teaching assistants to ensure consistency in student support and instruction.
- Collect and analyze student data to inform instructional decisions and measure progress toward IEP Goals.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to support IEP development and student progress monitoring.
Special Education Teacher, K-2nd 12:1:1
Merrick UFSD Extended School Year
Merrick
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Utilized one-on-one/small group instruction to prevent academic regression.
- Consulted regularly with service providers regarding student academic and behavioral performance.
- Provided de-escalation support using evidence-based techniques during moments of student dysregulation.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
Teaching Assistant, K-2nd 8:1:2
Birch Elementary, Merrick UFSD
Merrick
09.2022 - 06.2025
- Facilitated discrete trial instruction to meet student individualized academic needs.
- Assisted lead teacher in recording and tracking behavioral data using an Antecedant, Behavior, Consequence format.
- Promoted student independence with life skills, such as toilet-training, hand washing, opening/closing materials, and transitions to school activities.
- Modeled meaningful communication using TouchChat and Proloquo2Go AAC systems.
Education
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY08-2025
Bachelor of Science in Education - Childhood Inclusive Education
State University of New York At Fredonia
Fredonia, NY05-2022
Certification
- New York State Initial Certification: Childhood Education (Grades 1-6)
- New York State Initial Certification: Students with Disabilities (Grades 1-6)
- New York State Initial Certification: Students with Disabilities All Grades (PreK-12)
OTHER CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE
- Student Teaching, 6th/7th 8:1:1, Fredonia Middle School, Fredonia Central School District
- Student Teaching, 2nd Grade, Dunkirk School #5, Dunkirk City Schools
Timeline
Special Education Teacher - Leave Replacement, 1st - 3rd 12:1:1
Chatterton School, Merrick UFSD
09.2025 - Current
Special Education Teacher, K-2nd 12:1:1
Merrick UFSD Extended School Year
07.2025 - 08.2025
Teaching Assistant, K-2nd 8:1:2
Birch Elementary, Merrick UFSD
09.2022 - 06.2025
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Hofstra University
Bachelor of Science in Education - Childhood Inclusive Education
State University of New York At Fredonia