Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Clinical Internship
Certification
Practicum Experience
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Céili  Brown

Céili Brown

3376 Emeric Ave Wantagh ,NY

Summary

Graduating in May with a B.S. in Special education, specializing in intellectual and emotional/behavioral disabilities. I am extremely passionate about creating inclusive classrooms, helping students grow but helping them learn how to communicate and show them that their disability will not stop them from being successful.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Extended Day Teacher

Ashley Hall
09.2022 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering a positive learning environment for all.
  • Organized and stored toys and classroom materials to maintain order in activity areas.
  • Prepared after-school enrichment activities for children to encourage student participation.
  • Communicated openly with program leadership to maximize success of all care activities.

Teachers Aide

Barry Tech Preschool Nassau BOCES
07.2022 - 08.2023
  • Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
  • Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
  • Helped with tracking data for IEP goals or behavioral plans(BIP).


Substitute Teacher's Aide

Wantagh Union Free School District
05.2022 - Current
  • Supported students in completing classwork and applying academic concepts
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

Social Mentor

REACH Program
10.2021 - Current
  • Collaborated with teachers, counselors and administrators to foster access to resources and support.
  • Regularly reported progress and provided feedback to support continued development.
  • Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
  • Assisted mentees in developing self-confidence and positive self-image.

Camp Counselor

Camp A.N.C.H.O.R.
11.2019 - 08.2021
  • Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social, and emotional growth.
  • Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
  • Assisted children and adults with special needs during the summer and winter programs.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

College of Charleston
Charleston, SC
05.2024

Skills

  • Effective collaboration
  • Adaptability
  • Assistive technology tools (AAC devices)
  • Behavior management strategies to guide positive behavior
  • Data collection and analysis

Clinical Internship

Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori School

January 2024-Current 

  • Taught in a K-2nd grade self-contained LI-A classroom consisting of ten students who are classified as being on the Autism spectrum or having developmental delays.
  • Developed and implemented engaging and creative lessons meeting the needs of each of the students.
  • Participated in IEP meetings, collaborating with parents, and others to write, review and adjust the individualized education plan.
  • Implemented effective behavior management strategies, while fostering a supportive and positive classroom environment.

Certification

  • Microsoft Certified Educator
  • CPR/First Aid/AED
  • Bloodborne Pathogen Training
  • Protecting Student Privacy Online~ Common Sense Media


Practicum Experience

West Ashley High School

September 2023-December 2023

  • 9th-12th grade low incidence classroom teaching math
  • Created lesson plans and instructional materials that met the needs of each students individualized education plan
  • Aligned lessons with life skills goals (ex. counting money and telling time)


Matilda Dunston Elementary School

February 2023-April 2023

  • K-2nd grade LI-A classroom
  • Worked closely with special education staff, general education teachers and support personnel to help facilitate effective communication and collaboration.

Timeline

Extended Day Teacher

Ashley Hall
09.2022 - Current

Teachers Aide

Barry Tech Preschool Nassau BOCES
07.2022 - 08.2023

Substitute Teacher's Aide

Wantagh Union Free School District
05.2022 - Current

Social Mentor

REACH Program
10.2021 - Current

Camp Counselor

Camp A.N.C.H.O.R.
11.2019 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

College of Charleston
Céili Brown