Caryn Murphy
7 Oak Knoll Drive, Waterville,ME
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Waterville Public Schools, adept at developing individualized education plans and fostering collaborative teamwork. Skilled in differentiated instruction and classroom management, I enhanced student learning outcomes through tailored strategies and effective parent communication, ensuring compliance with special education regulations.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Waterville Public Schools
08.1990 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans to meet diverse student needs and ensure success and growth.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support to students and enhance student learning outcomes.
- Provided professional development sessions for teachers and technicians on special education best practices.
- Adapted curriculum materials to support various learning styles and abilities.
- Monitored student progress through assessments and tailored instruction accordingly.
- Improved student behavior by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, behavioral interventions, positive reinforcement strategies and consulting with the B.C.B.A.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Enhanced communication skills in non-verbal students through integration of alternative and augmentative communication systems.
- Integrated social skills training into curriculum, facilitating improved peer interactions and social integration.
- Completed required paperwork to ensure adherence to special education law and regulations.
Education
Master of Education - Special Education
University of Maine
Orono, ME12-1997
Bachelor of Science - Special Education, Mental Retardation
University of Maine At Farmington
Farmington, ME05-1990
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans
- Small group and individual instruction
- Collaborative teamwork
- Inclusion strategies
- Parent communication
- Instructional strategies
- De-escalation techniques
- Social skills training
- Visual supports
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Waterville Public Schools
08.1990 - Current
Master of Education - Special Education
University of Maine
Bachelor of Science - Special Education, Mental Retardation
University of Maine At Farmington
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