Danielle Kubichko
NYS Certified Adolescent Educator, Social Studies & Students With Disabilites Grades 7-12
Buchanan,NY
Summary
Versatile and dedicated Special Education Teacher with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students. Coordinates well with classroom teachers with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher 12:1:4
Mamaroneck Union Free School District
Mamaroneck, New York
08.2023 - Current
- Provided specialized instruction and support to alternately assessed students with diverse learning needs.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) for alternately assessed students aged 14 to 21, focusing on academic, social, and emotional goals.
- Utilized assistive technology and specialized instructional techniques to enhance student learning and engagement.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including parents, therapists, and administrators, to ensure comprehensive support for students.
- Maintained accurate progress records and conducted assessments to monitor student growth and inform instructional planning.
- Fostered supportive and inclusive classroom environment conducive to academic and social-emotional development.
Teaching Assistant
Hendrick Hudson School Dist
Montrose, New York
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following student's Individualized Education Plan in 8:1:1 setting.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work, including adaptive and functional life skills for neurodivergent learners.
- Facilitated activities in small groups and individually to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.
Special Education Teacher
Dobbs Ferry Union Free School District
Dobbs Ferry, New York
09.2008 - 06.2013
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Completed intensive leadership training and provided training to colleagues on assistive technologies.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
Education
Master Of Science - Education of Individuals in Secondary Special Education Programs
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, NY 05.2008 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Arts - United States History
State University of New York At Albany
Albany, NY 05.2005 - 05.2005
Skills
- Disability assessment testing
- Student records management
- Lesson Planning
- Understanding of special education laws and regulations
- Secondary education
- Differentiated instruction
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Data management
Timeline
Special Education Teacher 12:1:4
Mamaroneck Union Free School District
08.2023 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Hendrick Hudson School Dist
08.2022 - 06.2023
Special Education Teacher
Dobbs Ferry Union Free School District
09.2008 - 06.2013
Master Of Science - Education of Individuals in Secondary Special Education Programs
Mercy College
05.2008 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Arts - United States History
State University of New York At Albany
05.2005 - 05.2005