Erin Bowden
Brielle,NJ
Summary
Driven by a passion for inclusive education, I excelled as a Special Education Teacher, where I enhanced student success through differentiated instruction and collaborative IEP development. Leveraging skills in student engagement and classroom management, I significantly improved learning outcomes and fostered strong parental relationships, embodying dependability and exceptional interpersonal communication.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Parent Volunteer
Elysian Charter School
Hoboken, NJ
10.2017 - 06.2023
- Promoted student development and engagement by helping organize and special activities.
- Promoted a positive school culture by volunteering at various campus events, including dances, sporting events, and open houses.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by organizing and leading Parent Volunteer meetings.
- Facilitated increased parental involvement in school affairs through outreach and collaboration on committees.
- Recruited new parent volunteers or organized workload to cover demand.
- Spearheaded efforts to create an inclusive community within the school by promoting multicultural awareness through special events and presentations.
- Partnered with school administration to improve outreach to students and parents.
Volunteer Teacher
Mustard Seed School
Hoboken, NJ
09.2016 - 03.2020
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning needs within the same classroom setting.
- Improved student retention through the implementation of creative teaching strategies tailored to individual learning styles.
- Tutored children individually or in small groups to help with assignments and reinforce targeted lesson skills.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
Special Education Teacher
Bernards Township Board Of Education
Basking Ridge, NJ
11.2001 - 12.2008
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- 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.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
Special Education Teacher
Governor Livingston High School
Berkeley Heights, NJ
01.2000 - 11.2001
- Created an engaging, positive and productive classroom environment in which students worked to potential
- Differentiated instruction according to students' abilities and learning styles
- Conducted IEP meetings
- Provided whole group and small group instruction, focusing on support as well as enrichment
- Collaborated with colleagues in the In Class Support Setting
- Generated curriculum for Humanities Department and worked to aligned Special Education curriculum with NJ Core Content Standards
- Established positive relations with parents, colleagues and administration
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJSpecial Education Teaching Certification
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ01.2000
New Jersey: Certificate of Education
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ01.2000
Skills
- Motivational Techniques
- Classroom Management
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Interpersonal and Communication Skills
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Parent Volunteer
Elysian Charter School
10.2017 - 06.2023
Volunteer Teacher
Mustard Seed School
09.2016 - 03.2020
Special Education Teacher
Bernards Township Board Of Education
11.2001 - 12.2008
Special Education Teacher
Governor Livingston High School
01.2000 - 11.2001
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Special Education Teaching Certification
William Paterson University of New Jersey
New Jersey: Certificate of Education
William Paterson University of New Jersey