Erica Dailey
Millbury,OH
Summary
Versatile and dedicated Early Learning Inclusion Specialist with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students. Enhanced classroom engagement through differentiated instruction and positive behavior support, significantly improving neurodiverse student outcomes. Demonstrates exceptional cultural competency and verbal communication, ensuring inclusive education environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Learning Inclusion Specialist
Shine Early Learning
09.2019 - Current
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Applied proven strategies to improve students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.
Head Start Lead Teacher
Brightside Academy
06.2015 - 09.2019
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
Education
Bachelors in Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
The University of Toledo
Toledo, OH12-2014
Associates in Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
Owens Community College
Perrysburg, OH05-1998
High School Diploma -
Woodmore High School
Elmore, OH05-1987
Skills
- Instructional Strategies
- Transition planning
- Multicultural education
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Disability Awareness
- Cultural Competency
- Parent Communication
- De-Escalation Techniques
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
- National Education Association for Young Children(NAEYC)
- Classroom integration
Certification
Certified CLASS observer
Timeline
Early Learning Inclusion Specialist
Shine Early Learning
09.2019 - Current
Head Start Lead Teacher
Brightside Academy
06.2015 - 09.2019
Certified CLASS observer
Bachelors in Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
The University of Toledo
Associates in Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
Owens Community College
High School Diploma -
Woodmore High School
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