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Charissa Lafreniere
Albion,ME
Summary
Versatile special education teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
13
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
RSU 3 Thorndike, ME
K-1 Life Skills Teacher
08.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Mentored new staff on effective instructional techniques for life skills education.
- Advocated for students' needs in multidisciplinary team meetings to enhance service delivery.
- Supported struggling learners by providing targeted interventions and personalized support strategies.
- Developed individualized lesson plans to enhance students' life skills and promote independence.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
Woodland Elementary Baileyville, ME
Second Grade Teacher
08.2024 - 06.2025
Job overview
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
CHARLOTTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
TEACHING PRINCIPAL
08.2023 - 06.2024
Job overview
- Fostered a positive school culture through strong relationships with students, staff, parents, and the community
- Utilized data analysis to drive instructional decision-making and monitor progress towards school goals and student achievement
CHARLOTTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
08.2016 - 06.2024
Job overview
- Developed Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) tailored to students' needs and collaborated with parents, therapists, and school staff to implement strategies for student success
- Conducted ongoing assessments, progress monitoring, and data collection to evaluate student growth and adjust instructional strategies to ensure academic and developmental progress
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including parents, administrators, and support staff to ensure student success
- Monitored and tracked student progress through ongoing assessments and data analysis.
PERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
ONE ON ONE ED TECH
08.2013 - 06.2016
Job overview
- Provided personalized educational support to students with diverse learning needs, including those with learning disabilities or behavioral challenges
- Collaborated with teachers to create individualized learning plans and monitor student progress
Education
University of MaineOrono, ME
Masters in Special Education
01.2022
University of MaineMachias, ME
Bachelor's in Elementary Education
01.2012
Washington County Community CollegeCalais, ME
Associate's in Early Education
01.2009
Skills
- Faculty Collaboration
- Positive Learning Environment
- Creative Instruction Style
- Special Needs Students
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- Teacher of Students with Disabilities grades k-8 (282), 07/01/23, 07/01/28
- General Elementary grades k-8 (020), 07/01/23, 07/01/28
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Timeline
K-1 Life Skills Teacher
RSU 3
08.2025 - Current
Second Grade Teacher
Woodland Elementary
08.2024 - 06.2025
TEACHING PRINCIPAL
CHARLOTTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2023 - 06.2024
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
CHARLOTTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2016 - 06.2024
ONE ON ONE ED TECH
PERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2013 - 06.2016
University of Maine
Bachelor's in Elementary Education
Washington County Community College
Associate's in Early Education
University of Maine
Masters in Special Education
References
- Alyssa Stephens, 207-227-4863
- Peggy White, 207-796-5564 or 207-952-0135
- Shannen Fitzgerald, 207-323-1843
- Michelle Goguen, 207-3225881