Darlene Rollins
Livermore,ME
Summary
Special education teacher and team leader with 12 years of experience in developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with diverse disabilities. Adept at effectively managing student behavior and supervising support staff to ensure strict adherence to ethical standards. Consistently ensures staff compliance with state regulations regarding IEPs while providing ongoing support and training to colleagues. Committed to creating inclusive learning environments that cater to individual needs. Prioritizes collaboration with colleagues to achieve positive educational outcomes while adapting to the ever-changing dynamics of the classroom. Brings reliability and flexibility to the role as an educator with a strong background in behavior management, curriculum development, and student advocacy.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher-Special Education Team Leader
MSAD 52
09.2013 - Current
- Maintains ethical behavior, FERPA, and respects the confidentiality of all student and staff information.
- Review special education paperwork for compliance
- Facilitate meetings IEP Meeting and or attend as administrator designee
- Work closely with administration
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Developed strong relationships with school administration and parents and offered best care for children.
- Created culturally responsive classroom environment, acknowledging and celebrating diversity among students.
- Fostered positive learning environment, reducing classroom disruptions through effective behavior management strategies.
- Organized and led professional development sessions for colleagues on inclusive education strategies, improving school-wide support for students with disabilities.
Behavioral Health Professional
Care And Comfort
06.2013 - 09.2013
- Provides behavioral and skill based interventions to clients and their families in the home or a community setting. Following ISP plan.
- Supported clients in developing self-awareness skills through mindfulness activities, resulting in increased emotional regulation capabilities.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for patients to explore complex emotions and work towards personal growth.
Long Term Substitute Special Services
Livermore Elementary RSU 73
05.2013 - 06.2013
- Supporting students with IEP's
- Assisting classroom teachers with classroom management
- Working one on one with a special needs student in Kindergarten.
- Modifying and adapting work for students
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Student Teaching RSU
Livermore Elementary School
01.2013 - 04.2013
- Special Education Resource Room K-3
- Student Teaching responsibilities include:
- Planning and teaching the classroom curriculum
- Teaching students to meet their needs
- Becoming familiar with students and staff
- Attending professional responsibilities such as staff meetings
- Parent-teacher conferences
- IEP meetings
- In-service trainings
- Performing assessments, running records, lesson planning
- Meeting all of the Maine Teaching Standards
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians through consistent communication about student progress and goals.
Family Childcare Provider
Dee's Daycare
01.1999 - 01.2012
- Owner/Operator of Dee's Daycare - When I had my first daughter I took the opportunity to work from home as a daycare provider. I worked with children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. As a childcare provider I not only looked after these children, but also taught them manners, sharing, communication and play. We performed daily activities and followed a routine.
- Childcare Responsibilities:
- Meet childrens' psychosocial and developmental needs.
- Providing a safe, healthy and secure environment
- Teaching manners
- Following Daily Routine
- Pre-school activities/program
- Learning through play
- Teaching Communication
Education
Masters in Education - Education
Concordia University
Portland, OR01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies, Special Education
University of Maine At Augusta
Augusta, ME05-2013
No Degree - ABA
University of Southern Maine
MaineUniversity of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ08.2010
Some College (No Degree) -
State College in Maine
Maine01-1995
High School Diploma -
Leavitt Area High School
Turner, ME06-1993
Skills
- Aquity Knowledge
- Applied behavior analysis
- Data collection/management
- Case management
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Differentiated instruction
- Small group instruction
- Individual education plans (IEP)
- Collaborative teamwork
- Behavior intervention plans
- Behavior modifications/management
Certification
Special Education Certification
Timeline
Special Education Teacher-Special Education Team Leader
MSAD 52
09.2013 - Current
Behavioral Health Professional
Care And Comfort
06.2013 - 09.2013
Long Term Substitute Special Services
Livermore Elementary RSU 73
05.2013 - 06.2013
Student Teaching RSU
Livermore Elementary School
01.2013 - 04.2013
Family Childcare Provider
Dee's Daycare
01.1999 - 01.2012
Masters in Education - Education
Concordia University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies, Special Education
University of Maine At Augusta
No Degree - ABA
University of Southern Maine
University of Phoenix
Some College (No Degree) -
State College in Maine
High School Diploma -
Leavitt Area High School
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