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. Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion. Special Education Teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Work History
Special Education Inclusion Teacher
Providence School Department
Enhanced student learning by implementing differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
Evaluated instructional materials for appropriateness based on individual student needs, ensuring effective curriculum implementation.
Developed and implemented data-driven intervention strategies to address specific learning gaps among special education students.
Coordinated services with related service providers such as speech therapists, occupational therapists, and counselors to support students'' holistic development.
Collaborated with general education teachers to modify lesson plans and assessments, ensuring accessibility for all students.
Reviewed state standards to ensure alignment with IEP goals, maintaining compliance with federal regulations such as IDEA and FAPE requirements.
Provided ongoing feedback and guidance to general education teachers on accommodating diverse learners in their classrooms, ensuring inclusive practices.
Managed a caseload of students with varying disabilities, effectively balancing individual needs while maintaining high expectations for academic achievement.
Implemented behavior management techniques, promoting positive classroom culture and reducing disruptions in the learning process.
Advocated for appropriate accommodations and modifications during standardized testing, enabling accurate assessment of special education students'' abilities.
Conducted regular progress monitoring to identify areas of improvement and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
Collaborated with numerous departments and standard education teachers.
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
Education
Master of Science - Multicultural Special Education
Rhode Island College
Providence, RI
Bachelor of Science - Mild/Moderate Special Education K-8
Rhode Island College
Providence, RI
Skills
Positive Reinforcement
Parent-teacher collaboration
Communication Strategies
Progress Monitoring
IEP development
Student Advocacy
Collaborative Teaching
LETRS Endorsement
LETRS teaches the skills needed to master the fundamentals of reading instruction—phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, writing, and language.
Timeline
Special Education Inclusion Teacher
Providence School Department
Master of Science - Multicultural Special Education
Rhode Island College
Bachelor of Science - Mild/Moderate Special Education K-8