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Erin Murphy

Ludlow,MA

Summary

Enthusiastic, courteous and energetic recent graduate with Educational Studies B.S degree seeking exciting position in the education field. Eager to work with students as well as school staff to help them succeed in their educational journey/academic needs while providing a positive experience.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Paraprofessional

07.2022 - Current
  • Under supervision of the classroom teacher, worked with students on the Autism spectrum and conducted discreet Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) trials.
  • Performed a wide variety of tasks related to the physical and instructional needs of students in a classroom setting.
  • Worked closely with special needs students caring for their physical, emotional health and safety, affirming their abilities and striving to promote dignity within the classroom community.

Substitute Teacher

Ludlow Public Schools
Ludlow
03.2022 - Current
  • Cover classes and take over for full-time teachers in their absence, carrying out their lesson plans and ensuring all students have a fulfilling classroom experience.
  • Take attendance, and provide support to the classroom community.
  • Lead the class in an orderly fashion and follow teachers' detailed instructions.
  • Monitor recess time for students as needed.

Afterschool Counselor

Kennebunkport Recreational Department
Kennebunkport
02.2024 - 06.2025
  • Supervised a social based afterschool program (preschool-5th grade).
  • Included children in general and special education.
  • Provided mentorship and behavior management in social settings that included appropriate redirection and guidance.
  • Reinforced program rules as well as building relationships with students.

Student Teacher

Lorranger Middle School
Old Orchard Beach, Maine
01.2025 - 05.2025
  • I worked with the school's academic interventionist, Heather Freeman with 3rd grade students 5 hours a week targeting long subtraction extra help, created and implemented my own lesson plans targeting differentiation, multilingual learners and learning differences of students.
  • Used classroom management strategies as well as math strategies to help improve the understanding of long subtraction for these students.
  • I created and implemented formative assessments each day and a summative assessment once a week.
  • In addition, I completed my solo teaching hours in this classroom for 6 weeks.
  • Furthermore, my student teaching experience includes working in a 6th grade classroom alongside their ELA and social studies teacher Casey Rosignol.
  • This gave me experience to run their social and emotional learning time every week and form bonds with students.
  • As well as working closely alongside my mentor teaching learning classroom management strategies and mentoring students in writing and history projects.

Assistant Dance Instructor

Debra Nunes
Ludlow
08.2016 - 08.2021
  • Assisted in beginner dance education with younger students.
  • Planned and executed themed birthday parties and summer camps for dance studio.
  • Responsibilities include serving refreshments, preparing and distributing party food and craft materials.
  • Organized fun activities such as party games and specialized craft projects with guests, as well as taught choreographed dances.
  • Worked closely with student parents.
  • Prepared and organized student performance schedules.
  • Took lead in student and parent 'traffic' during hectic times such as photoshoots, performances and large rehearsals.
  • Additional duties included daily cleaning and organizing of dance studios, taking attendance, providing support and problem-solving with students and dance teachers.

Education

B.S. - Educational Studies

University of New England
05.2025

High School Diploma -

Ludlow High School
Ludlow, MA
05.2021

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Lesson planning
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Team collaboration
  • Student assessment
  • Behavior management
  • Special education support

References

  • Andrew Caswell, Kennebunkport Recreational Program Director, 207-967-4304
  • Lisa Halpin, Human Resources Specialist, Town of Ludlow, (413) 478-886
  • Barry Middleton, Vice President, Sage Products (retired), (413) 575-8036

Accomplishments

  • Deans List (Fall 2023 - Spring 2025)

Timeline

Student Teacher

Lorranger Middle School
01.2025 - 05.2025

Afterschool Counselor

Kennebunkport Recreational Department
02.2024 - 06.2025

Special Education Paraprofessional

07.2022 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Ludlow Public Schools
03.2022 - Current

Assistant Dance Instructor

Debra Nunes
08.2016 - 08.2021

B.S. - Educational Studies

University of New England

High School Diploma -

Ludlow High School

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