JEFFREY BROWN
Ronkonkoma,NY
Summary
Dedicated educator with a successful track record of developing and implementing diverse programs, including thematic units, cooking, arts and crafts, field trips and music. Utilizes strong interpersonal communication skills to foster positive relationships with students, parents, administrators, teachers, and support staff. Motivates students and creates a positive learning environment with various teaching techniques that cater to individualized student needs. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, enabling effective integration of technology into the classroom.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Living Environment, Middle School Science and Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Sagamore Children's Psychiatric Center
09.2017 - 06.2024
- Engaged student in dynamic curriculum including various technologies.
- Taught summer school social studies grade 6-8. Created Social Studies curriculum of high interest about the National Park System, using multimedia approach for worksheets, art projects, review sheets.
Substitute Special Education Teacher
Western Suffolk Boces
12.2018 - 05.2019
- Responsibilities: Educating between 8-12 children diagnosed with developmental disabilities. Using provided materials by classroom teacher.
Substitute Special Education Teacher
Sayville School District
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Responsibilities: Educating children ages 5-18, using provided materials by classroom teacher.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Special Education Teacher
Metro Therapy
10.2012 - 01.2017
- Provided 1:1 instruction to children with developmental disabilities and parent training.
- Designed teaching programs and created new teaching materials. Students range in age from 5-21.
Special Education Teacher
Marion K. Salomon and Associates
12.2005 - 08.2012
- Followed ABA principles. Provide 1:1 in home therapy to children between ages of 18 months and 5 years old.
Special Education Teacher
Achieve Beyond Inc.
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Followed ABA principles. Provide 1:1 in home therapy to children between the ages of 18 months and 5 years old.
Special Education Teacher
Ascent School for Individuals with Autism
09.2005 - 05.2006
- Followed ABA principles. Provide 1:1 therapy to children between the ages of 10 and 13 years old.
Special Education Teacher
Gersh Academy • BASE Institute
01.2004 - 08.2005
- Followed ABA philosophy. Designed and delivered individualized programs using discrete trial training and small group instruction.
- Created materials and provided differentiated strategies instruction to enhance the understanding of material.
- Administered modified exams and created an individualized portfolio of work for each student.
Student Teacher
Just Kids Therapeutic Learning Center
07.2003 - 08.2003
- Designed and delivered lesson plans for a special education inclusion class of 16 students.
- Students between the ages of 4 and 6 years old. Provided individual, small group and full class instruction.
- Instituted and followed behavioral modification plans. Collaborated with teachers and therapists to meet IEP goals.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Dowling College
Oakdale, NY05.2004
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Music Education
C.W. Post College, Long Island University
Old Brookville, NY01.1992
Skills
- Maintaining student engagement
- Verbal and written communication
- Collaborative learning
- Classroom management
- Instructional technology
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Differentiated instruction
Activities Memberships
- National Association of Special Education Teachers, 2011-present
- All Ability Hiking and Photography Club
- St. Mary's Choir, 1998-present
Timeline
Substitute Special Education Teacher
Western Suffolk Boces
12.2018 - 05.2019
Substitute Special Education Teacher
Sayville School District
10.2018 - 05.2019
High School Living Environment, Middle School Science and Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Sagamore Children's Psychiatric Center
09.2017 - 06.2024
Special Education Teacher
Metro Therapy
10.2012 - 01.2017
Special Education Teacher
Achieve Beyond Inc.
01.2008 - 01.2012
Special Education Teacher
Marion K. Salomon and Associates
12.2005 - 08.2012
Special Education Teacher
Ascent School for Individuals with Autism
09.2005 - 05.2006
Special Education Teacher
Gersh Academy • BASE Institute
01.2004 - 08.2005
Student Teacher
Just Kids Therapeutic Learning Center
07.2003 - 08.2003
Master of Science - Special Education
Dowling College
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Music Education
C.W. Post College, Long Island University
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