Cynthia Schuler
Buffalo,New York
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
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
OLV/Baker Victory Services Early Childhood Center
Buffalo, United States
12.2016 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Registered Behavior Technician
Autism Learning Partners
West Seneca, NY
03.2016 - 12.2016
- Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
- Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
- Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
- Collaborated with client's support system and other allied specialists to implement positive interventions.
Primary Instructor/Team Leader
People Inc.
Amherst, NY
10.2012 - 08.2016
- Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
- Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy and commitment to the individuals we served.
- Built strong relationships with clients and families through positive attitude and attentive response.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Provided people with disabilities the opportunities to engage with the community, develop appropriate social and cognitive skills.
Preschool Special Education Teacher
Buffalo Hearing And Speech Center
Buffalo, NY
08.2008 - 08.2012
Preschool Special Education Teacher
Child Pro, Inc.
Lackawanna, NY, NY
07.2006 - 06.2008
Preschool Lead Teacher
Holy Cross Head Start
Buffalo, NY
01.2004 - 07.2006
- Planned and prepared activities for 4-year old students.
- Provided open and loving environment where children direct learning process.
- Administered assessments for each child and tracked results.
- Completed documentation on individual children and teachers for recordkeeping.
Preschool Special Education Teacher
Silver Creek Montessori School/BHSC
Silver Creek, NY
08.2001 - 01.2004
Preschool Special Education Teacher
Baker Victory Services Early Childhood Center
Buffalo, NY
01.2000 - 03.2001
- Worked as an itinerant teacher and then an integrated classroom with a general education teacher at School 54.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Literacy
St. Bonaventure University
Hilbert College, Hamburg, NY09.2008
Bachelor of Science - Exceptional Education
Buffalo State College
Buffalo, NY05.1998
Skills
- Believer in a team approach
- Create an active and engaging learning enviornment
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Student records management
- Excellent communication skills
- Lesson Planning
Hobbies
I love to be active. I love to kayak and bicycle. I also enjoy crafting such as woodburning and working with my scroll saw.
Quote
"Everyone who remembers his own education remembers teachers, not methods and techniques. The teacher is the heart of the educational system."
Sidney Hook
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
OLV/Baker Victory Services Early Childhood Center
12.2016 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Autism Learning Partners
03.2016 - 12.2016
Primary Instructor/Team Leader
People Inc.
10.2012 - 08.2016
Preschool Special Education Teacher
Buffalo Hearing And Speech Center
08.2008 - 08.2012
Preschool Special Education Teacher
Child Pro, Inc.
07.2006 - 06.2008
Preschool Lead Teacher
Holy Cross Head Start
01.2004 - 07.2006
Preschool Special Education Teacher
Silver Creek Montessori School/BHSC
08.2001 - 01.2004
Preschool Special Education Teacher
Baker Victory Services Early Childhood Center
01.2000 - 03.2001
Master of Science - Elementary Literacy
St. Bonaventure University
Bachelor of Science - Exceptional Education
Buffalo State College
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