Elizabeth Armstrong
Fairport,New York
Summary
Experienced and dedicated 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.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
West Irondequoit Central School District
2006.08 - Current
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- 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.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Organized field trips and community-based experiences that enriched students'' understanding of real-world applications for their skills.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Special Education Teacher
Harford County Public Schools
2005.10 - 2006.06
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- 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.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
Education
Master of Science - Literacy
Saint John Fisher College
Rochester, NY05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Childhood Education/Special Education
Saint John Fisher College
Rochester, NY12.2003
Skills
- Curriculum Modification/Differentiation
- Behavior Modifications
- Social Emotional Learning
- Social Skills Development
- IEP development
- Classroom Management
- Management of Teacher Assistants
- Community Involvement
- Communication with families, community members, and outside service providers
- Trained in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Strategies
Certification
Master of Science, Literacy Education
Bachelor of Science, Childhood Education
Bachelor of Science, Special Education
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
West Irondequoit Central School District
2006.08 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Harford County Public Schools
2005.10 - 2006.06
Master of Science - Literacy
Saint John Fisher College
Bachelor of Science - Childhood Education/Special Education
Saint John Fisher College
Master of Science, Literacy Education
Bachelor of Science, Childhood Education
Bachelor of Science, Special Education
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