Experienced education professional with strong background in special education. Skilled in developing Individualized Education Plans, implementing effective teaching strategies, and fostering inclusive classroom environments. Focused on team collaboration and achieving measurable results, adapting to changing needs seamlessly. Known for patience and empathy,
Collaborated with parents and staff to create Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students based on their strengths and weaknesses using Illuminate. Taught reading, reading, and math in a small group setting. Experience teaching students with autism, learning disabilities, cognitive impairments, emotional impairments, and other health impairments. Developed and implemented Behavior Intervention Plans. Created a positive learning environment where students felt excited about their successes. Utilized the science of reading during literacy instruction.
Taught resource room reading, writing, math, science and social studies at the middle school level using the Common Core Essential Elements. Taught resource room reading, writing, and math and RTI Tier 3 at the elementary level (2009-2010). Co-taught seventh grade reading, writing and math (2010-2011). Created Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) using Illuminate. Created and implemented Behavior Support Plans. Incorporated cooperative learning strategies and technology into lessons to enhance student learning.
Taught sixth grade resource room reading, writing, and math. Co-taught sixth grade reading, writing and math. Wrote Individualized Education Plans (IEP) using Microsoft Word.
Orton-Gillingham Teacher Training (2020)
Language Essential for Teachers of Reading and Spelling (LETRS) Certification (2025)