Christina Circelli
Westchester,IL
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
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Resource Teacher
Lindop Elementary School District 92
07.2019 - Current
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
Permanent Substitute Teacher
New Horizon Center
09.2016 - 07.2019
- Developed personalized learning plans for students, leading to improved comprehension and academic success.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
- Maintained strong parent-teacher communication, ensuring consistent support for student achievement.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to accommodate varied student learning styles.
- Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
- Adapted curriculum materials to accommodate various learning styles and abilities, increasing overall comprehension levels among students.
Education
Master of Education - Early Childhood Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2024
Master of Arts - Special Education
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL12.2014
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Team Collaboration
- Lesson Planning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Individualized Education Plans
- Positive Behavior Supports
- Small Group Instruction
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Individualized Instruction
- Motivating students
- Executive Functioning Support
Timeline
Special Education Resource Teacher
Lindop Elementary School District 92
07.2019 - Current
Permanent Substitute Teacher
New Horizon Center
09.2016 - 07.2019
Master of Education - Early Childhood Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Master of Arts - Special Education
Concordia University Chicago
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Concordia University Chicago
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