Brianna Behari
Poughkeepsie,USA
Summary
Prepared education professional with focus on maintaining high standards and achieving results. Extensive experience in classroom management and adapting to varying educational needs. Known for strong team collaboration and reliability, with proven track record in delivering flexible, student-centered instruction.
Compassionate Teacher with distinguished knowledge of child development. Skilled at working closely with students to maintain progression and control behavioral issues. Committed to keeping up with lesson plans while keeping classrooms fun. Additionally, a professional with strong background in residential support, prepared to make meaningful impact. Skilled in providing compassionate care, managing challenging situations, and supporting individual growth. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and delivering consistent results. Proven ability to foster positive and safe living environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Permanent Substitute Special Education Teacher/Teacher Assistant
The Orchard School
07.2021 - Current
- Instruct K–2 students with developmental and intellectual disabilities on NYS common core standards based on both grade and instructional level.
- Record academic, social, and developmental milestones to track student progress, using data gathered to create progress reports for families and adjust curriculum and instruction accordingly.
- Openly communicate with parents and children about goals, progress and concerns.
- Attending training regarding proper IEP implementation and tracking strategies, effective differentiated instruction, and therapeutic interventions and supports.
- Adapted lesson plans to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Provided individualized support to students, enhancing their academic performance and confidence.
- Evaluated student progress regularly, providing feedback to educators for continuous improvement efforts.
Reading Teacher
The Orchard School
11.2015 - Current
- Trained in Reading Mastery Direct Instruction for grades K–3
- Generated and administered assessments for reading and math progress
- Participated in developing IEP goals, progress reports for CSE meetings, and report cards.
- Created multi-sensory lessons for small group instruction to accommodate diverse learners during reading instruction.
- Tutored children after school who required further literacy intervention.
Residential Support Specialist
Community Housing Innovation
02.2023 - Current
- Maintains visibility to residents
- Reviews video cameras and monitors area consistently.
- Provides limited crisis intervention to residents when necessary.
- At the direction of Program Manager or Director, I act as a liaison between the agency and the community at large.
- Maintains appropriate documentation accurately throughout shift, i.e. turn-over, census, logs, incident reports, case notes, etc.
- Conducts unit inspections in accordance with OTDA/DSS standards by physically entering each unit to ensure proper attendance is recorded.
- Provided individualized support to residents, fostering independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Monitored daily activities, identifying and addressing emerging issues promptly.
- Maintained detailed documentation of resident progress and service delivery for compliance purposes.
COVID-19 Response Frontline Case Investigator
SSOLLC
11.2020 - 04.2022
- Conducted thorough case investigations to identify COVID-19 exposure and transmission sources.
- Collaborated with public health officials to ensure accurate data collection and reporting.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive case management records in tracking systems.
- Provided guidance to individuals on quarantine protocols and health resources available.
- Assisted in the training of new staff on case investigation procedures and best practices.
- Played an instrumental role in reducing local infection rates through vigilant monitoring of case trends, early identification of potential outbreaks, and targeted interventions as appropriate.
Direct Service Provider
Young Adult Institute
04.2011 - 12.2013
- Caring for Individuals with special needs in a residential setting
- Helping consumers to become more self-dependent.
- Continued practice of everyday living skills
- Facilitated daily living activities for individuals with developmental disabilities, enhancing independence and quality of life.
- Implemented individualized support plans, ensuring alignment with clients' goals and needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess client progress and adjust strategies effectively.
Education
Master of Science for Teachers - Childhood Education
State University of New York At Potsdam
Potsdam, NY12.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Minor in Anthropology
City University of New York, City College
New York, NY09.2023
Liberal Arts and Sciences - Early Childhood Education
City University of New York, Bronx Community College
Bronx, NY09.2020
Skills
- Safety awareness
- Activity planning
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Classroom management
- Organizational growth
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- New York State Teacher Assistant Certification, Level III
- 2017-08
Training
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
- Go math
- Mandated Reported
- IEP Progress Monitoring
- Reading Mastery Direct instruction
- ServSafe Food Handler
Timeline
Residential Support Specialist
Community Housing Innovation
02.2023 - Current
Permanent Substitute Special Education Teacher/Teacher Assistant
The Orchard School
07.2021 - Current
COVID-19 Response Frontline Case Investigator
SSOLLC
11.2020 - 04.2022
Reading Teacher
The Orchard School
11.2015 - Current
Direct Service Provider
Young Adult Institute
04.2011 - 12.2013
Master of Science for Teachers - Childhood Education
State University of New York At Potsdam
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Minor in Anthropology
City University of New York, City College
Liberal Arts and Sciences - Early Childhood Education
City University of New York, Bronx Community College
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