Laura Fronk
Exton,PA
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with extensive experience at Virginia Beach City Public Schools, adept at developing individualized education programs and modifying curricula to enhance student engagement. Proven track record in behavioral intervention and goal tracking, fostering academic success for diverse learners while maintaining a safe and inclusive classroom environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
EPIC Special Education Staffing
Phoenixville, PA
02.2024 - Current
- Instructed elementary school students with mild to moderate disabilities, fostering academic and social growth.
- Modified curriculum to meet diverse learning needs of children with disabilities.
- Developed and implemented Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) tailored to each student.
- Utilized various teaching strategies, including individualized instruction and small-group activities.
- Facilitated identification of students with special needs through assessments and observations.
- Communicated student progress to parents and collaborated with educators on curriculum adaptations.
- Graded assignments while maintaining accurate records of student performance.
Special Education Teacher
Department of Defense Education Activity - Europe
Naples, Italy
11.2020 - 06.2023
- Served overseas as special education teacher in elementary school setting.
- Managed multi-grade caseload of 23 students from diverse backgrounds.
- Created service plans maximizing time in general education while addressing academic and behavioral deficits.
- Participated in Case Study Committee, conducting evaluations for students with disabilities.
- Developed standards-based lessons tailored to individual learning styles and needs.
- Collected, analyzed, and reported IEP goal data throughout academic year.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents to encourage active involvement in education.
- Collaborated with teachers and specialists to ensure consistent quality of education.
Special Education Compliance Support Specialist
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Virginia Beach, VA
06.2013 - 01.2020
- Served as primary resource for assigned schools, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Wrote and aligned all IEPs with student needs and relevant guidelines.
- Maintained 100% compliance for all services provided in schools.
- Reviewed and edited IEPs before meetings, providing constructive feedback.
- Monitored data collection to accurately track student progress.
- Discussed accuracy of progress reports during conferences, outlining next steps.
- Attended IEP and evaluation meetings as minute-taker or designee.
- Conducted student observations to support evaluations and behavior monitoring.
Special Education Teacher - Jail Education Program
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Virginia Beach, VA
08.2009 - 06.2018
- Developed and implemented individualized education programs for inmates with disabilities.
- Conducted assessments to identify learning needs and inform instructional adjustments.
- Created and delivered specialized instruction based on inmate IEPs.
- Managed classroom environment to maintain safety and inclusivity for diverse learners.
- Collaborated with staff, including social workers and correctional officers, to support inmate well-being.
- Advocated for necessary resources to ensure quality education for inmates with disabilities.
Special Education Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Virginia Beach, VA
08.2005 - 06.2013
- Served as special education teacher in large Title I school, supporting diverse learning needs.
- Instructed K-2 and 5 students in self-contained, resource, and inclusion settings.
- Developed detailed IEPs that facilitated student progress toward goals and standards.
- Created engaging lessons aligned with IEP objectives and academic standards.
- Monitored student behaviors, implementing interventions as necessary.
- Collaborated with general education staff to ensure integrated support for students.
- Maintained portfolios for end-of-year standardized testing requirements.
- Tracked and reported student progress to stakeholders while training paraprofessionals for instructional consistency.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI12-2004
Master of Arts - Communications
University of Wisconsin, Whitewater
Whitewater, WI05-1992
Skills
- Individualized education programs
- Curriculum modification
- Classroom management
- Behavioral intervention
- Student assessment
- Goal tracking
Affiliations
Volunteer at Naples Elementary (2019-2020)
Certified by the Virginia Department of Education in Dyslexia Awareness (2018).
Member of the National Council on Family Relations (NCFR).
Received certification in Self-Regulation: Teaching Impulse Control and Skills for Success (2014).
Attended the 13th Annual Technical Assistance Forum for Special Education Programs in Local and Regional Jails (2013).
Served on the Crisis Management Team at assigned VBCPS schools.
Member Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD).
Invited to sit on the research panel at the ASCD 2011 National Convention.
Recognized by Virginia Beach School District for work with the Jails Education Program and book publication of student essay (2010).
Media Liaison (2007- 2009).
Chaired the Attendance, Spirit, and Behavioral Committees at Birdneck Elementary (2005-2009).
Served as an elected official on the School Planning Council (2006-2009).
Nominated Teacher of the Year (2007/2008).
Presented “Social Skills Across the Curriculum” at the Wisconsin Association for Children with Behavioral Disorders 27th Annual Conference (2003).
Certification
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania - Special Education N-12 (9225)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
EPIC Special Education Staffing
02.2024 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Department of Defense Education Activity - Europe
11.2020 - 06.2023
Special Education Compliance Support Specialist
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
06.2013 - 01.2020
Special Education Teacher - Jail Education Program
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
08.2009 - 06.2018
Special Education Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
08.2005 - 06.2013
Master of Science - Special Education
University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh
Master of Arts - Communications
University of Wisconsin, Whitewater
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