Deborah Bottaro
Summary
Dynamic leader and innovator from Cheshire Public Schools, adept in data-driven decision making and parent-teacher communication. Excelled in enhancing student success and team cohesion through educational technology and collaborative leadership. Proven track record in fostering inclusive environments and advancing professional development, showcasing a blend of hard and soft skills.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Department Chair
Cheshire Public Schools
09.2015 - Current
- Boosts student confidence by providing consistent support and encouragement in the classroom setting.
- Reviews assessment results regularly, adjusting instruction as needed based on data-driven insights into student performance trends.
- Strengthens team cohesion among special education teachers, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Drives professional development within the department by organizing workshops, trainings, and conferences for staff members.
- Continuously refines instructional approaches, staying current with best practices in special education through ongoing professional development.
- Collaborates closely with other department chairs to establish interdisciplinary connections in curriculum planning.
- Champions an inclusive school culture by advocating for the needs of special education students during administrative discussions.
Special Education Teacher
Cheshire Public Schools
09.1998 - 09.2015
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
Human Resources Representative
Saint Francis Hospital
07.1987 - 08.1998
- Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing effective HR policies and procedures.
- Answered employee inquiries regarding health benefits and 401k options.
- Created a positive work environment by addressing employee concerns promptly and professionally.
- Maintained accurate personnel records and safeguarding confidential information.
- Streamlined recruitment processes for faster candidate selection and onboarding.
- Provided guidance to managers regarding employee relations issues, promoting fair treatment across all departments.
- Supported diversity initiatives, fostering an inclusive workplace that values individual strengths and perspectives.
- Spearheaded recruiting activities by representing company at job fairs, drafting offer letters, initiating background checks and conducting orientations.
- Served as a liaison between employees and management, facilitating open dialogue to address common concerns effectively.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Saint Joseph College
West Hartford, CTBachelor of Arts - Speech Communication
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Data-driven decision making
- Collaborative leadership
- Educational technology
- Individualized education programs
Cheshire District 2016/2017 Teacher of the Year
The Connecticut Teacher of the Year Program is sponsored by the Connecticut Department of Education in partnership with the Connecticut Teacher of the Year Council. Each year school districts select a District Teacher of the Year who inspires a love of learning in their students and have distinguished themselves in the profession.
Timeline
Special Education Department Chair
Cheshire Public Schools
09.2015 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Cheshire Public Schools
09.1998 - 09.2015
Human Resources Representative
Saint Francis Hospital
07.1987 - 08.1998
Master of Arts - Special Education
Saint Joseph College
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Communication
University of Rhode Island
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