SEASONED MIDDLE SCHOOL- SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER Seeking new opportunity in special education for building academic progress and improving self-esteem in students. Accomplished teacher with 26 years of experience at Callanan Middle School. Taught all middle school grade levels of special education. Backed by an advanced degree in Education with a specialization in Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment. Ability to maintain a caseload of 15 -25 students. Positive, flexible teacher with excellent rapport among students, parents, faculty and administration. Hardworking and dedicated role model, knowledgeable in math, reading, science and global studies. Skilled in selecting and modifying best teaching materials for classroom use in pull out and co-teaching settings. Have a unique mix of experience and knowledge to help students be attentive and life-long active learners. Personable and empathetic, with a good sense of humor and the ability to bring out the best in others; enjoy collaboration with colleagues in teaching students with special needs.