Jacole Galperin
Special Education Teacher/Advocate
Tappan,NY
Summary
Driven and adaptable, well-suited for academic and instructional roles. Combines comprehensive understanding of subject matter with effective teaching methodologies, aiming to foster dynamic learning environment. Dedicated to inspiring students to advocate for themselves and contributing to their academic and emotional success.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Clarkstown High School North
01.1999 - Current
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- 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.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Assisted in developing transition plans for graduating special education students, paving the way for their success in post-secondary settings or employment opportunities.
- Created engaging visual aids and hands-on activities to enhance understanding of complex concepts among diverse learners.
- Implemented behavior management techniques, promoting positive classroom culture and reducing disruptions in the learning process.
- Trained fellow educators on best practices for inclusive classrooms, fostering a supportive environment for all students.
- Managed a caseload of students with varying disabilities, effectively balancing individual needs while maintaining high expectations for academic achievement.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents and other stakeholders, providing regular updates on student progress and achievements.
- Conducted regular progress monitoring to identify areas of improvement and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Advocated for appropriate accommodations and modifications during standardized testing, enabling accurate assessment of special education students'' abilities.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to modify lesson plans and assessments, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
- Managed student's behavior and academic needs as well clear communication with administration, parents and psychologist simultaneously.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
Horseback Riding Instructor (Part-time)
Rockleigh Equestrian Centre
06.1994 - Current
- Coordinated group activities such as trail rides or competitions, fostering camaraderie among students of various skill levels.
- Educated students on proper hoof care, vitamin and food supplements and proper conditions for horse health maintenance.
- Fostered a supportive learning atmosphere by addressing individual rider concerns and answering questions thoroughly.
- Adapted lesson plans according to weather conditions or facility limitations, ensuring productive use of available resources and time slots.
- Taught proper communication and riding commands for optimal control and safety around horses.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat bookings and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
- Met needs of different students by adapting teaching materials and methods.
- Worked with all age groups individually and populations.
- Provided therapeutic riding instruction for individuals that have various cognitive and emotional disabilities.
- Judged schooling shows.
- Rode horses to meet required pace or timed work and executed jump-outs to develop skills and compliance of individual animals.
- Modified undesirable behaviors with use of successful and safe behavior modifications techniques.
- Managed staff by creating a positive work environment capitalizing on employees individual strengths.
- Encouraged team building to increase camaraderie, trust and rapport in the day to day operation and summer camp employees.
- Boosted camp morale by fostering a supportive, inclusive, and fun environment for all participants.
- Cleaned and maintained facility with 30 horses and adhered to veterinary visit schedule, feeding routines, and cleaning practices.
Adjunct Professor
Dominican College Of Blauvelt Athletics
02.2010 - 12.2018
- Taught Masters in Education courses, providing instruction to up to 20 graduate students per class.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Developed curriculum standards, lesson plans and syllabi.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
- Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
- Improved learning outcomes with integration of technology in teaching methods, utilizing multimedia presentations and online resources.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Applied and integrated real life scenarios to prepare students for success as educators.
Social Skills Coordinator
Clarkstown High School North
09.2003 - 06.2018
- Evaluated client progress through regular assessments, adjusting treatment approaches accordingly to ensure success.
- Attended training to acquire and maintain technical knowledge.
- Developed visual supports and social stories to enhance communication and understanding for clients with autism spectrum disorders.
- Developed social skills programs tailored to individual needs, promoting positive peer interactions and friendships.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Planned functional outings to encourage appropriate behavior and encourage emotional growth.
- Boosted team morale and productivity by organizing team-building activities and maintaining open-door policy for feedback and concerns.
Education
Master of Science - Literacy K-12
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY05-2021
Master of Science - Social Sciences Education
Dominican College
Blauvelt, NY12-1998
Skills
- Motivating students
- Emotional and Learning Disablities
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Group and individual collaboration
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Adaptable, flexible and multitasker
- Online teaching
- Professional networking
- Mentoring and tutoring
- Active listening
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Reliability
- Individual coaching
Horse back riding
Avid equestrian from the age of 6 years old. My passion for horses has opened many doors and has taught me many life lessons that are applicable in every angle of my life. Working with horses has instilled various traits such as self-discipline, determination, consistency, awareness of your surroundings, flexibilty, patience, anticipation of thinking ahead, adventure and the feeling of freedom.
Timeline
Adjunct Professor
Dominican College Of Blauvelt Athletics
02.2010 - 12.2018
Social Skills Coordinator
Clarkstown High School North
09.2003 - 06.2018
Special Education Teacher
Clarkstown High School North
01.1999 - Current
Horseback Riding Instructor (Part-time)
Rockleigh Equestrian Centre
06.1994 - Current
Master of Science - Literacy K-12
Adelphi University
Master of Science - Social Sciences Education
Dominican College