Jean-Marie Scarangella
Mahopac,New York
Summary
Versatile and dedicated Special Education Teacher with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students. Dedicated and committed to each child's cognitive, physical, social and emotional progress.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher, Grade 1 ICT
Blind Brook-Rye School District
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Trained in different science of reading programs: Into Reading and Wilson's Fundations.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- 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.
Special Education Teacher's Aide
Blind Brook-Rye School District
11.2017 - 06.2023
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs while carrying out IEP goals.
- Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
- Helped special education teachers determine specific needs for individuals with exceptional needs.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Prevented and intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by using Applied Behavior Analysis techniques.
- Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
- Promoted positive interactions of children with ADHD, Autism and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
- Maintained student-centered, supportive environment in delivering learning experiences.
- Kept students safe inside and outside by proactively monitoring behaviors and tracking student movements, safety hazards, and visitors.
Community Habilitation Worker
Select Human Services
11.2018 - Current
- Provided relief support to primary caregivers of individuals living with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, and other disabilities.
- Planned engaging recreational and developmental activities.
- Assisted individual on making and reaching their monthly goals.
- Encouraged individual to explore and try new things to increase socialization and break habit behaviors.
- Provided clear and simple instructions for activities to ensure fun and safety.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care between individual and their families.
Direct Support Professional
The Arc Westchester
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
- Maintained accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
- Collaborated with client's support system and other allied specialists to implement positive interventions.
- Treated client and family with respect and dignity.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
AMIC Supportive Families
07.2018 - 10.2021
Education
Master's - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, NY08.2021
Skills
- Trained in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
- Applied Behavior Analysis techniques
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Experience with non-verbal individuals
- Picture Exchange Communication System (PEC) Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
- IEP compliance
- Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)
- Differentiated instruction
- Conflict resolution
Certification
Students with Disabilities (All Grades)
Timeline
Student Teacher, Grade 1 ICT
Blind Brook-Rye School District
09.2023 - 12.2023
Direct Support Professional
The Arc Westchester
10.2020 - 01.2021
Community Habilitation Worker
Select Human Services
11.2018 - Current
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
AMIC Supportive Families
07.2018 - 10.2021
Special Education Teacher's Aide
Blind Brook-Rye School District
11.2017 - 06.2023
Master's - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Mercy College
Students with Disabilities (All Grades)
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