Carmel Joseph Yapp
New York,NY
Summary
Innovative educator specializing in individualized education plans and differentiated instruction. Expertise in mentoring and collaborative practices to improve student progress, ready to drive impactful educational initiatives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Special Education Teacher
NYC Board Of Education
New York, NY
01.2018 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans (IEPs) to meet diverse student needs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance classroom engagement and learning.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support student progress and development.
- Designed and adapted instructional materials for various learning styles and abilities.
- Mentored new special education teachers, providing guidance on best practices and resources.
Executive Assistant to the Director
The Garvey School
Bronx, NY
09.2015 - 12.2016
- Coordinated executive schedules, ensuring efficient time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Managed communications between the Director and stakeholders, enhancing information flow and transparency.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive filing systems to streamline document retrieval processes.
- Organized high-level meetings and events, facilitating logistics and preparing necessary materials for participants.
High School Spanish Teacher
Trinidad & Tobago Ministry of Education
Port Of Spain
09.2008 - 12.2013
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student participation and learning outcomes.
- Utilized various instructional technologies to support diverse learning styles and improve language acquisition.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects that promoted cultural awareness and appreciation.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary General Education & Special Education
Pace University
New York, NY08-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish & International Relations
University of The West Indies
St. Augustine, Trinidad W.I05-2007
Skills
- IEP Development
- Data -Driven Instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Collaboration & Team Building
- Mentoring Teacher Candidates
- Parent Teacher Communication
Leadership and Mentoring Experience
Teacher Development Facilitator -Empire State Residency Program
September 25-Present
- Coached two residents of the program
- Modeled effective instructional practices, classroom management strategies, and lesson delivery techniques
- Provided observation feedback, coaching conversations, and support in lesson planning, and professional growth.
Timeline
Elementary Special Education Teacher
NYC Board Of Education
01.2018 - Current
Executive Assistant to the Director
The Garvey School
09.2015 - 12.2016
High School Spanish Teacher
Trinidad & Tobago Ministry of Education
09.2008 - 12.2013
Master of Arts - Elementary General Education & Special Education
Pace University
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish & International Relations
University of The West Indies