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Special Education TeacherWork Type
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HybridOn-SiteLocation: South Hadley, MA, USSouth Hadley, MA
Open to relocation: Yes
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Catherine Lantz
South Hadley,MA
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Summary
Experienced education professional with strong background in special education. Skilled in developing individualized education plans, implementing effective teaching strategies, and fostering teamwork. Committed to creating supportive learning environments that advocate for student needs and promote educational accessibility.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Northampton Public Schools
Northampton, MA
09.1997 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adjust instructional methods.
- Trained and mentored new staff on special education best practices and compliance regulations.
- Advocated for resources and accommodations to enhance learning environments for all students.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Created culturally responsive classroom environment, acknowledging and celebrating diversity among students.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet varied needs of students, enhancing educational accessibility.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Smith College
Northampton, MAModerate Special Needs, N-9 / Elementary, 1-6 -
Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MASkills
- Writing and implementing Individual Education Plans
- Inclusion strategies
- Team collaboration
- Small group and individual instruction
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Visual supports
- Differentiated instruction
- Assessment administration
- Paraprofessional oversight
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
Certification
Sheltered English Immersion Endorsement
Work Availability
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Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Northampton Public Schools
09.1997 - Current
Master of Science - Education
Smith College
Moderate Special Needs, N-9 / Elementary, 1-6 -
Fitchburg State University