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Diane Seigel

Sunrise,FL

Summary

Passionate, dedicated professional with over 20 years of experience facilitating instruction and supporting students to achieve academic success.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ESE Support Facilitator

Forest Hills Elementary School
2017.08 - Current
  • Facilitated instruction for students with disabilities by providing individualized support and accommodations in compliance with IEP's
  • Achieved learning gains for an average of 70% of ESE students serviced
  • Improved student performance by consistently monitoring progress and adjusting instructional strategies
  • Collaborated to create Individualized Educational Plans for ESE students, setting achievable goals based on individual skill levels and strengths.
  • Assisted teachers with implementing behavioral strategies such as first-then charts, use of sensory objects, and social stories to keep students focused and organized.

Classroom Teacher, Grade 4

Forest Hills Elementary School
2016.08 - 2017.06
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, including flexible grouping, learning stations, and project-based learning to ensure all students were able to access curriculum and make progress in their learning.
  • Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication using Class dojo, phone conferences, interims, and parent-teacher conferences

Reading Intervention Teacher

Forest Hills Elementary
2014.08 - 2016.06
  • Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement for 75% of students.
  • Collaborated with the Response to Intervention team including the school psychologist, classroom teacher, parent, and instructional coach to collect and evaluate student data.
  • Provided progress monitoring to ensure the progress of students and adjust instruction as needed.

Classroom Teacher, Grade 5

Oakland Park Elementary
2010.08 - 2014.06
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests while incorporating interactive lessons through the use of technology.
  • Created an inclusive and welcoming classroom environment to foster student growth with incentive charts. learning centers and an exhibit of student work.
  • Served as a team leader for grade-level initiatives, coordinating efforts among faculty members to achieve shared goals related to curriculum and instruction improvement.

Support Facilitator/Reading Teacher

New Renaissance Middle School
2007.08 - 2010.06
  • Adapted the curriculum to meet the needs of 6-7th grade ESE students based on their IEP's.
  • Assisted students in developing study and organizational skills.
  • Utilized the team teaching approach to ensure students were on task and engaged.
  • Instructed intensive reading for 6th grade students

Special Education Teacher, Grade 4

American Heritage/Academy Schools
2002.08 - 2007.06
  • Planned and delivered instruction in all parts of the curriculum.
  • Shared weekly progress reports with parents
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.

Education

Master of Science - Education

Adelphi University
Long Island, NY
1996

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY
1992

Certification

  • Exceptional Student Education (Grades K-12)
  • Elementary Education (Grades K-6)
  • ESOL Endorsement
  • Reading Endorsement

Timeline

ESE Support Facilitator

Forest Hills Elementary School
2017.08 - Current

Classroom Teacher, Grade 4

Forest Hills Elementary School
2016.08 - 2017.06

Reading Intervention Teacher

Forest Hills Elementary
2014.08 - 2016.06

Classroom Teacher, Grade 5

Oakland Park Elementary
2010.08 - 2014.06

Support Facilitator/Reading Teacher

New Renaissance Middle School
2007.08 - 2010.06

Special Education Teacher, Grade 4

American Heritage/Academy Schools
2002.08 - 2007.06

Master of Science - Education

Adelphi University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Brooklyn College
  • Exceptional Student Education (Grades K-12)
  • Elementary Education (Grades K-6)
  • ESOL Endorsement
  • Reading Endorsement
Diane Seigel