Elizabeth Coughlin
Rutland,VT
Summary
Experienced Special Educator with a successful history at Greater Rutland County Supervisory Union, specializing in inclusive learning environments and customized educational plans. Expertise in the Orton-Gillingham approach and stakeholder collaboration enhances student outcomes. As Special Education Mentor Coordinator, demonstrated leadership in teacher development and student achievement. Committed to providing individualized instruction that fosters lifelong learning for students with disabilities through effective lesson planning and implementation of Individualized Education Plans.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Educator
Greater Rutland County Supervisory Union
Rutland, Vermont
08.2001 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Integrated social-emotional learning components into lesson plans while encouraging positive behavior expectations from all learners.
- Monitored student progress toward IEP goals and objectives, making necessary adjustments as needed.
- Created and implemented individualized lesson plans specific to student's IEP goals.
- Adapted curricula materials as needed based on individual student abilities.
- Served on committees related to special education initiatives such as curriculum development or program evaluation.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, and administrators in the development of IEP goals and objectives.
- Served as Special Education Mentor Coordinator to support newly hired special educators in the district.
- Chairperson of the Licensing Standards Board to ensure educators with renewing their teaching licenses.
Resource Room Special Education Teacher
Oxford Hills School District
Oxford, ME
08.2000 - 03.2001
- Designed and delivered personalized learning for each student and advocated for student inclusion and success in general education environments.
- Provided daily instruction to small groups of students, focusing on areas such as reading comprehension, math, writing, and study skills.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
Instructional Support Teacher
Shenendehowa Central School District
Clifton Park, NY
08.1997 - 06.2000
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Created lesson plans tailored to the needs of each student based on their IEPs.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Supported teachers by providing feedback regarding instructional strategies used in the classroom setting.
- Utilized various assessment tools such as checklists and rubrics to measure academic growth over time.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of Albany
Albany, NY06-1997
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Plattsburgh State University
Plattsburgh, NY05-1994
Skills
- Orton-Gillingham trained
- Valid teaching endorsements in Elementary Education, Special Education, and Early Childhood Special Education
- Collaboration with colleagues, parents, and support staff
- Creating positive learning environments for students in inclusive settings
- Creating visual supports and social stories for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Training in the Pyramid Model for Preschool Multi-tiered Support System
Affiliations
- Love spending time with family and friends
- Hobbies include reading, cooking and fitness
Timeline
Special Educator
Greater Rutland County Supervisory Union
08.2001 - Current
Resource Room Special Education Teacher
Oxford Hills School District
08.2000 - 03.2001
Instructional Support Teacher
Shenendehowa Central School District
08.1997 - 06.2000
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of Albany
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Plattsburgh State University
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