Hannah Clifford
Hagerstown,MD
Summary
MSDE certification bound Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academics and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Brook Lane Health Services
06.2023 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Behavior Specialist
Brook Lane Health Services
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Supervised student behavior during daily academic routines to secure safety of students and staff.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to maximize desired behavior and educational outcomes.
- Maintained accurate and confidential records of assigned students.
- Partnered with administrative leadership to improve discipline practices based on data findings.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
Substitute Teacher
Washington County Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Education
Master of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Frostburg State University
Frostburg, MD05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Frostburg State University
Frostburg, MD05.2022
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Hagerstown Community College
Hagerstown, MD05.2019
Skills
- Instructional Strategies
- Data Management
- Social Skills Development
- Student Records Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Progress Evaluations
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Brook Lane Health Services
06.2023 - Current
Behavior Specialist
Brook Lane Health Services
06.2022 - 06.2023
Substitute Teacher
Washington County Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2022
Master of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Frostburg State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Frostburg State University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Hagerstown Community College
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