Elizabeth O'Neil
New Bedford,MA
Summary
Committed educator with over 25 years of experience in providing support to students of varying abilities and grade levels. Recognized for my strength in building strong relationships with students and skill in collaborating with teachers, other support professionals, and parents. Looking forward to sharing my dedication to student self-advocacy to encourage students to reach their fullest potential.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Support Professional
Newton North High School
Newton, US
03.1998 - Current
- Assist students in 9-12th grade access academic and CTE class materials
- Assist the classroom teacher to include the student in all aspects of the school day
- Assist teachers and students in accessing modifications and accommodations as set forth by the IEP
- Implement accommodations and modifications as outlined on the IEP and developed by the team
- Facilitate a connection between the classroom teacher and the special education provider
- Facilitate a connection between the student and the classroom teacher
- Provide substitute educator services when a classroom teacher was absent
- Attend trainings related to position
- Maintain confidentiality about all personal information regarding the student, programming and family
- Weekly emails and as needed communication with Special education teachers regarding students classroom behaviors, attendance and assignments
- Provide assistance with organization and executive functions skills
- Provide social and emotional supports as needed
Transition Study Instructor
AIR and Newton Public Schools
Newton, MA
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Recruited families and students to participate in a national study of transition-based curriculum for high school juniors receiving special education services.
- Implemented instruction to achieve objectives based on student needs and the established curriculum.
- Provided individualized and group instruction to students.
- Collaborated with other instructors on curriculum implementation.
- Met with parents to discuss students' progress, and review areas of growth.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on recruiting, planning, and implementation.
Education
Master of Education - School Counseling
University of Massachusetts-Boston
Boston, MA05-2005
Bachelor's degree - Human Services
Lasell College
Newton, MA05.1999
Skills
- Excellent communicator
- Relationship building
- Small group work
- Team collaboration
- Compassionate
- Data tracking
- Special education support
- IEP implementation
- Organizational skills
- Student recruitment
Additional Information - Authorized To Work
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Transition Study Instructor
AIR and Newton Public Schools
08.2024 - 02.2025
Education Support Professional
Newton North High School
03.1998 - Current
Master of Education - School Counseling
University of Massachusetts-Boston
Bachelor's degree - Human Services
Lasell College
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