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Carolyn Burrell

Carolyn Burrell

Weymouth ,MA

Summary


Skilled educator with strong expertise in special education. Adept at developing tailored learning plans, employing effective instructional strategies, and fostering inclusive classroom environments. Known for collaboration, adaptability, and delivering measurable results. Proficient in behavior management, individualized education plans, and student assessments.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Teacher, McKinley South End Academy

Boston Public Schools
09.2013 - Current
  • McKinley South End Academy:
  • SPED teacher for 9th and 10th grade
  • Maintain and develop IEPs for 10 students
  • Develop curriculum and maintain common core for all subjects
  • Develop and maintain classroom behavior management
  • Have contact with parents and other children's agencies
  • Expose students to higher learning agencies and job training
  • Supervise Instructional Assistant Trainees.
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.

Special Education Teacher, McKinley Middle School

Boston Public Schools
09.2004 - 06.2013
  • Sub-separate SPED teacher for 6-8th grade
  • Maintain and develop IEPs for 10 students
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
  • Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
  • Developed and executed behavioral intervention plans, leading to decrease in disruptive behaviors and increase in classroom participation.

Instructional Assistant Trainee, McKinley South End Academy

Boston Public Schools
09.2003 - 06.2004
  • Assist Lead teacher with Classroom curriculum.
  • Develop and implement Science curriculum for 9th-11th grade.
  • Assist Teacher with classroom behavior management.

Program Director

Old Colony YMCA
01.2001 - 01.2003
  • Program Director for all Childcare, Camp and Teen programs.
  • Supervise, hire and train all staff.
  • Maintain all OCCS and DPH regulations.

Education

Master's - Education, Moderate Special Needs

Salem State College
01.2011

B A - Sociology, concentration in Social Work

Westfield State College

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Classroom management
  • Individual education plans ieps
  • Small group instruction

Certification

  • Certifications:
  • Professional License: Moderate Special Needs, 5-12
  • Professional License: English as a Second Language, 6-12

Timeline

Special Education Teacher, McKinley South End Academy

Boston Public Schools
09.2013 - Current

Special Education Teacher, McKinley Middle School

Boston Public Schools
09.2004 - 06.2013

Instructional Assistant Trainee, McKinley South End Academy

Boston Public Schools
09.2003 - 06.2004

Program Director

Old Colony YMCA
01.2001 - 01.2003

B A - Sociology, concentration in Social Work

Westfield State College

Master's - Education, Moderate Special Needs

Salem State College

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