Erica Waugh
Skowhegan
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher with a strong background in supporting diverse learners. Focused on implementing individualized instruction and behavior management strategies that enhance student engagement and progress. Experienced in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to adapt curriculum materials and ensure cohesive support for students.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
AOS #94
Athens
09.2025 - Current
- Evaluated student progress and learning styles through comprehensive assessments to tailor instructional strategies.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate various learning abilities.
- Adapted curriculum materials to meet individualized student needs.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Provided support during IEP meetings and documentation processes.
- Collaborated with outside agencies to coordinate services for students and families, ensuring cohesive support and resources.
- Mentored and trained new special education staff on best practices to enhance instructional effectiveness.
Special Education Teacher
Canaan Elementary School
01.2015 - 01.2025
- Adapted and modified curriculum to align with diverse academic and functional needs of students in grades K-3, enhancing engagement and learning outcomes
- Designed and implemented individualized programs targeting academic, social, behavioral, and daily living skills
- Facilitated IEP development and implementation, ensuring ongoing progress monitoring through data-driven practices to support student growth
- Implemented token economy systems and positive reinforcement strategies to improve student engagement and behavior
- Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and implemented Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
- Collaborated and partnered with speech, occupational, and physical therapists to support holistic student development
- Delivered direct instruction in functional life skills, including communication, self-care, and independence
- Assessed and evaluated student progress to inform instructional decisions and interventions
- Fostered inclusive classroom environments that promoted student independence and success, contributing to a positive learning atmosphere
Special Education Teacher (Resource Room)
Margaret Chase Smith School
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Delivered differentiated instruction and targeted academic interventions in grades 4-6 to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes
- Assisted in writing and implementing IEP goals and monitored student progress
- Adapted lesson plans and instructional materials to meet diverse learning needs, fostering an inclusive classroom environment
- Collaborated with general education teachers, specialists, and families to support student success
- MSAD 54
Long-Term Substitute - Special Education
Millstream Elementary School
01.2013 - 06.2013
- Delivered special education services in a grades 5-6 resource setting
- Ensured continuity of instruction by implementing IEPs and executing lesson plans
- Facilitated student learning through tailored individualized and small-group instruction
- Coordinated educational programs at MSAD 54 to enhance student engagement
Education
Master of Education - Special Education
University of Maine
Orono03-2017
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Maine at Farmington
Farmington12-2014
Skills
- IEP Management
- Writing IEP goals
- Implementing IEP goals
- Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA)
- Progress monitoring
- Data collection
- Life skills instruction
- Sensory integration
- Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
- Token economy systems
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum modification
- Curriculum adaptation
- Collaborative teamwork
- Collaboration with general education teachers
- Collaboration with specialists
- Collaboration with speech therapy providers
- Collaboration with occupational therapy providers
- Collaboration with physical therapy providers
- Multi-sensory instructional approaches
- Assistive technology
- Specialized educational software
- AAC devices
- PECS implementation
- Crisis prevention and intervention
- Classroom management strategies
- Behavior management
- Partnering with parents
- Student progress monitoring
Certification
- Safety-Care Trainer (MSAD 54)
- Training in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
- Experience implementing Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)
Student Populations Served
- Autism
- Specific Learning Disability
- Intellectual Disability
- Other Health Impairment
- Multiple Disabilities
- Speech or Language Impairment
- Visual Impairment
- Traumatic Brain Injury
Core Skills
Writing, implementing, and monitoring IEP goals, Data collection and progress monitoring, Differentiated instruction, Curriculum modification and adaptation, Multi-sensory instructional approaches, Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA), Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS), Token economy systems and classroom management strategies, Partnering with parents, general education teachers, and specialists, Collaboration with speech, occupational, and physical therapy providers, Assistive technology, Specialized educational software, AAC devices and PECS implementation
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
AOS #94
09.2025 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Canaan Elementary School
01.2015 - 01.2025
Special Education Teacher (Resource Room)
Margaret Chase Smith School
01.2014 - 01.2015
Long-Term Substitute - Special Education
Millstream Elementary School
01.2013 - 06.2013
Master of Education - Special Education
University of Maine
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Maine at Farmington