Joan Keogh
MEDFORD,NY
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on 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
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Eastern Suffolk BOCES
179 Granny Road Farmingville, New York
09.1988 - 06.2023
- 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.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
Education
Master of Arts -
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY05-1990
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education K-12
St. Joseph's College
Patchogue, NY05-1988
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans IEPs
- Effective parent communication
- Instructional strategies
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavior intervention plans
- Proficient in CPI training techniques
- Progress evaluations
- Crisis prevention and intervention
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Eastern Suffolk BOCES
09.1988 - 06.2023
Master of Arts -
Stony Brook University
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education K-12
St. Joseph's College