Caitlin Baran-Costello
Staten Island,NY
Summary
As a special education teacher with the Department of Education for 11 years, I have experience in devising and implementing effective special education strategies, as well as acquiring skills in individualizing instruction based on students' needs. I believe that creating a positive learning environment and fostering parent-teacher relationships is the key to a successful school year.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
P.S. 127
Brooklyn , NY
09.2014 - Current
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Designed and delivered personalized learning for each student and advocated for student inclusion and success in general education environments.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Maintained student records in accordance with district standards.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Organized field trips or community experiences to enhance learning opportunities for special education students.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
- Served as an advocate for special education students within the school system.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education And Literacy
St. John's University
Staten Island, NY05-2015
Skills
- Trained in LETERS Reading Program
- Trained in Fundations
- Promethean Board basic training
- SESIS
- Google Classroom
- Into Reading program training
- Envisions Math program training
Certification
- General Ed
- Special Ed
- Literacy
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
P.S. 127
09.2014 - Current
Master of Science - Special Education And Literacy
St. John's University
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