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Carolyn Eppley

Darien,Connecticut

Summary

To obtain a position as a Preschool Teacher

Experienced professional committed to providing students with tools and resources to succeed academically. Highly organized and detail-oriented with passion for helping children reach academic and social goals.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional

New Canaan Public Schools
09.2021 - 06.2022
  • Fostered positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate student progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
  • Facilitated communication between general education and special education staff, promoting effective collaboration on behalf of students'' best interests.
  • Promoted respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
  • Assisted teachers in development of engaging lesson materials aligned with curriculum standards for various subject areas.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
  • Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
  • Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.

Special Education Para-Professional

Darien Public Schools
08.2015 - 02.2021
  • Part of trans-disciplinary service and education team - Implemented goals from Planning and Placement Team (PPT) which included behavioral and occupational therapies, as well modification of instruction for all areas of curriculum - Assessed student(s) daily, to design and implement plan to meet IEP goals - Organized instructional material, for students with multiple degrees of special needs to accomplish various tasks - Gave one to one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group - Worked with Child Mind Institute for 2 years in order to assist one on one special needs student - Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior - Led activities that developed students’ physical, emotional, and social growth - Attended staff meetings, continuing education, and training courses, and applied that knowledge to support students - Provided all classroom teacher responsibilities when assigned teacher was unable to be present - Encouraged healthy relationships with coworkers, students, and parents to promote positive interactions with each other - Provided clean and organized classroom environment to enable safe and conducive atmosphere for learning - Trained in PMT and CPR
  • Enhanced students'' learning experiences by implementing individualized educational plans and adapting teaching methods for special needs students.

Classroom Teacher for Grades 3 and 5

Stamford Public Schools
01.1990 - 01.1993
  • Created and implemented innovative and engaging lesson plans and activities to increase learning and motivation - Encouraged critical thinking through purposeful journal writing and essay writing - Adapted lessons for advanced students and students with learning disabilities - Cultivated classroom environment conducive to learning and growing, both academically and characteristically - Received Tenure for Stamford Public Schools - Tutored for 5th grade student
  • Classroom Teacher for Summer School, Stamford, CT
  • Substitute Classroom Teacher for grades K-6, Manhasset, NY
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere

Internship for Master’s degree

Stamford Public Schools
09.1989 - 01.1990
  • Developed learning centered lessons for K-5 students of all abilities - Provided reading and writing support to bilingual elementary school children. - Developed lessons to improve students’ literacy skills - Developed “Read Aloud” curriculum
  • Enhanced intern productivity by assisting with project coordination and providing ongoing support.
  • Contributed to positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.

Education

Master of Teaching Degree, Concentration in Reading -

University of Bridgeport
Bridgeport, CT
08.1990

Bachelor of Science Degree, Elementary Education -

Adelphi University
Garden City, NY
05.1988

Timeline

Paraprofessional

New Canaan Public Schools
09.2021 - 06.2022

Special Education Para-Professional

Darien Public Schools
08.2015 - 02.2021

Classroom Teacher for Grades 3 and 5

Stamford Public Schools
01.1990 - 01.1993

Internship for Master’s degree

Stamford Public Schools
09.1989 - 01.1990

Master of Teaching Degree, Concentration in Reading -

University of Bridgeport

Bachelor of Science Degree, Elementary Education -

Adelphi University

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