Jessica Silver
Wantagh
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher with a proven track record of supporting students with diverse academic, behavioral, and developmental needs. Experienced in creating inclusive learning environments, implementing individualized education plans (IEPs), and utilizing evidence-based instructional strategies. Committed to fostering student growth and independence through collaboration, patience, and differentiated instruction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher (Elementary)
Gersh Academy
08.2024 - Current
Special Education Teacher (Summer)
Great Neck School District - JFK Elementary School
07.2024 - 08.2024
Special Educator
Family of Kidz
07.2023 - 08.2024
Special Education Teacher (Elementary)
P10X @304 - District 75
09.2022 - 07.2023
Registered Behavior Technician / ABA Therapist
Family of Kidz
08.2021 - 09.2022
Special Education Teaching Assistant
East Meadow UFSD - Bowling Green Elementary School
09.2020 - 07.2021
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Special Education (Inclusive Settings)
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology (Child Development Concentration)
SUNY Purchase College
Purchase, NY05.2019
Skills
- IEP Development & Progress Monitoring
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
- Behavioral Intervention & Positive Reinforcement
- Data Collection & Analysis
- Assistive & Instructional Technology
- Classroom & Behavior Management
- Differentiated Instruction & Modifications
- Google Classroom Zoom Virtual Learning Tools
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
- Small group instruction
- Co-teaching experience
- Parent communication and parent-teacher collaboration
Certification
- New York State Certified Teacher: Childhood Education (Grades 1-6)
- Students with Disabilities (Grades 1-6)
Timeline
Special Education Teacher (Elementary)
Gersh Academy
08.2024 - Current
Special Education Teacher (Summer)
Great Neck School District - JFK Elementary School
07.2024 - 08.2024
Special Educator
Family of Kidz
07.2023 - 08.2024
Special Education Teacher (Elementary)
P10X @304 - District 75
09.2022 - 07.2023
Registered Behavior Technician / ABA Therapist
Family of Kidz
08.2021 - 09.2022
Special Education Teaching Assistant
East Meadow UFSD - Bowling Green Elementary School
09.2020 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology (Child Development Concentration)
SUNY Purchase College
Master of Science - Elementary Special Education (Inclusive Settings)
Hofstra University
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