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Judy Murray

Kutztown,PA

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

Work History

Learning Support Teacher/ Math Co-teacher Gr. 7&8

Fleetwood Area School District
  • Enhanced learning experiences by utilizing diverse teaching strategies and methods tailored to individual student needs.
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering open communication.
  • Developed students'' critical thinking skills with engaging activities and group projects.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
  • Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance.
  • Monitored student progress using formative assessments and adjusted instructional strategies as needed for optimal growth.
  • Provided ongoing feedback to parents regarding their child''s academic progress, working together to create effective support plans.

Emotional Support Teacher

Fleetwood Area School District
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing a variety of teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Enhanced emotional well-being of students by fostering positive relationships and creating a supportive classroom environment.
  • Collaborated with other teachers and specialists to develop effective support strategies for students with diverse needs.
  • Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a productive and respectful classroom atmosphere.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students struggling with emotional or behavioral challenges, promoting healthy coping skills and self-regulation strategies.
  • Coordinated with outside agencies and service providers to ensure comprehensive support for students both inside and outside the classroom.
  • Monitored student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to maximize success.

Learning Support Teacher

Fleetwood Area School District
  • Enhanced learning experiences by utilizing diverse teaching strategies and methods tailored to individual student needs.
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering open communication.
  • Developed students'' critical thinking skills with engaging activities and group projects.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop curriculum aligned with state standards, ensuring consistency across grade levels.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
  • Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance.
  • Monitored student progress using formative assessments and adjusted instructional strategies as needed for optimal growth.
  • Provided ongoing feedback to parents regarding their child''s academic progress, working together to create effective support plans.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary/Special Education

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA

Master of Arts - Reading Specialist

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA

Master of Arts - Curriculum Nd Instruction

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA

Ph.D. - Literacy

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN

Skills

  • IEP Compliance
  • Reporting Requirements
  • Teacher Assistance
  • Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration

Additional Information

I am currently in my second year of retirement, after teaching for 25 years. I have been busier since retiring. I am extremely interested in fitness nd nutrition. I am currently working on a Yoga Therapist program through the Yogamu Institute and have Yoga certification. I teach yoga and train people at a gym. I am currently learning how to play the piano and speak Italian.

Although, the majority of my training is in the area of Reading and Literacy, teaching Math is where I excel. I am skilled and comfortable with meeting students where they are and making abstract concepts concrete.

Timeline

Learning Support Teacher/ Math Co-teacher Gr. 7&8

Fleetwood Area School District

Emotional Support Teacher

Fleetwood Area School District

Learning Support Teacher

Fleetwood Area School District

Bachelor of Science - Elementary/Special Education

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Master of Arts - Reading Specialist

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Master of Arts - Curriculum Nd Instruction

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Ph.D. - Literacy

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

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