Elizabeth Borstel
Milford,MA
Summary
Experienced education professional with strong background in special education and literacy. Skilled in developing individualized education plans, implementing effective teaching strategies, and fostering inclusive classroom environments. Focused on team collaboration and achieving measurable results, adapting to changing needs seamlessly. Known for patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Berlin Memorial School, BBRSD
09.2018 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations to determine student eligibility for special education services.
- Analyze assessment data, prepare and present clear, professional evaluation reports in compliance with district and state guidelines.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assign and schedule daily tasks and responsibilities for paraprofessionals.
- Provide ongoing training, modeling, and feedback to ensure effective student support.
- Collaborate with paraprofessionals and multidisciplinary team to share student observations and adjust strategies.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Special Education Teacher
Labbb Collaborative
08.2017 - 09.2018
- Utilized various teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students had equal opportunities to succeed.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive education plans tailored to each student''s unique needs.
- Coordinated services between general education teachers, specialists, and other support staff to ensure seamless delivery of instruction and accommodations for special education students.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent routines and procedures.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal results.
- Monitored student performance data to identify areas of improvement and adjust instruction accordingly, enhancing overall learning outcomes.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication and increased parental involvement in their child''s education.
- Implemented evidence-based behavioral intervention strategies, promoting a positive learning environment for all students..
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Education
Master of Science - Severe Special Education
Simmons College
Boston, MA05-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Framingham State University
Framingham, MA02-2012
Skills
- Individualized education plan creation
- Performance tracking
- Effective classroom management
- Performance measurement strategies
- Analysis and reporting of evaluations
- Collaborative communication with parents
- Supervision of paraprofessional staff
- Coordinated staff and student schedules
Certification
- Orton-Gillingham Classroom Level Training, April 2024
Timeline
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Berlin Memorial School, BBRSD
09.2018 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Labbb Collaborative
08.2017 - 09.2018
Master of Science - Severe Special Education
Simmons College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Framingham State University
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