JOHN TERRACCIANO

Background includes roles as an ABA therapist, a paraprofessional and a special education teacher, with expertise in designing individualized education plans and creating supportive learning environments. Specializes in utilizing data-driven strategies to enhance academic, social, and emotional growth for diverse learners. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and families to foster meaningful connections and promote shared responsibility for educational success.

• Childhood Special Education (1-6), NYS Professional Certification
• Childhood Education (1-6), NYS Professional Certification

• Classroom technology, such as Smart Board, as well as Apple, Samsung, Microsoft Products
• Microsoft Office programs, such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook
• Google programs, such as Classroom, Documents, Slides, Sheets, Meet, Drive
• Proficient in ELA programs, such as LearnZillion, Acadience, and iReady
• Proficient in Literacy programs such as RazPlus, SPIRE, and Wilson Fundations
• Proficient in Math programs, such as Savvas envision, iReady, and GoMath!
• Proficient in EverydaySpeech Social Emotional Learning curriculum
• Trained in n2y Unique Learning Systems for differentiated instruction
• Proficient in using Zoom and Operoo to support virtual instruction
• Experience with using SESIS and Frontline for IEP Data
• Experience with using BIP Track for accumulating BIP Data

Program Development & Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Exploration Program- Chair of P.S. 175 Enrichment Arts & Communications Department: Partnered with administration to design course concepts and program logistics; managed communication and coordination with corporate and community partners.
• Lighthouse Collaborative: Collaborated with citywide schools to host educational site visits, sharing promising instructional practices and preparing staff for peer observations.

Instructional Design & Curriculum Development:

• Literacy in STEAM: Developed and implemented an integrated K-2 after-school curriculum fusing intensive reading instruction with science, art, and movement.
• State Test Prep: Designed targeted 3rd-grade ELA and math lessons, utilizing practice data and small-group instruction to teach test-taking strategies and problem-solving.
• School Assembly: Created and led weekly interactive Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) assemblies for 1st grade, using storytelling and collaborative projects to teach core values.

Data-Driven Interventions & Adult Training:

• Academic Recovery: Analyzed student assessment data to design weekly reading interventions and tailored scaffolds using the SPIRE Reading Program.
• Paraprofessional Trainings: Developed and delivered training sessions for school paraprofessionals on ABA strategies, positive reinforcement, and behavioral data collection.

District 28 Professional Developments:

• Spring Into Inclusion: June- Oct, 2025; three day PL focused on classroom environment, communication and intensive behavior supports.
• Understanding Neurodiversity & Behavior Science: May- June, 2026: two day PL focused on assessment, AAC, & instructional planning.

• Behavior Therapist, Cornerstone Behavioral Services, Wantagh, NY, 04/01/20, Present
• Advanced CPI Trained, Western Suffolk Boces, Dix Hills, NY, 05/01/21
• CPI Trained, Western Suffolk Boces, Dix Hills, NY, 11/01/19
• Public Relations Chair, KidStuff: Mad Science Mania, Scranton, PA, 01/01/19, 05/31/19
• Autism Mentor, Big Friends Little Friends, Scranton, PA, 09/01/16, 05/31/18
• Autism Mentor, Fleet Feet Running Club, Northport, NY, 06/01/16, 08/31/17

Angela Teutschman

Deputy Superintendent of District 28

District 28 Central Office

(718) 557-2618

ateutschman@schools.nyc.org

Jennifer Lignelli

Former Teacher Coordinator

Western Suffolk Boces

(631) 549-5580

jlignell@wsboces.org

Nicole Iannarone

BCBA

Cornerstone Behavioral Services
(516) 993-7844

nicole@cornerstoneaba.com