Justina Garofalo
Bensalem,PA
Summary
Special Education Leader with strong background in developing and implementing individualized education programs, ensuring compliance with educational regulations, and fostering inclusive learning environments. Known for effective team collaboration, problem-solving, and adapting to meet evolving needs. Skilled in strategic planning, resource management, and communication. Recognized for unwavering focus on achieving results and driving student success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor of Special Education
Bristol Township School District
01.2024 - Current
- Oversaw Brookwood Elementary, Mill Creek - Autistic Support, Early Intervention, and students placed out of district.
- Contributed to district-level committees to support needs of students on IEPs.
- Coordinated special education services through frequent principal collaboration and consultation.
- Allocated special education staff and addressed needs throughout the year
- Coordinated staff evaluations for special education personnel.
- Assisted with the expansion of the autistic support programs across the district.
Autistic Support Teacher
Bensalem Township SD
08.2018 - 01.2024
- Case manager duties including but not limited to; IEP compliance, progress monitoring, and collaboration with staff
- Researched multiple replacement curriculums to support high incidence students, trialed programs in classroom and then provided PD on the curriculum.
- Coordinated extracurricular programs specifically designed for students with special needs; adapted sports club, sensory movie night, created sensory path for the building
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive student support, including occupational therapists, speech therapists, and school psychologists.
- Evaluated student performance objectively through ongoing assessments, tracking progress towards IEP goals.
Autistic Support Teacher
Bucks County Intermediate Unit
12.2017 - 06.2018
- Create Meaningful Relationships among students
- Case manager duties including but not limited to; IEP compliance, progress monitoring, and collaboration with staff
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively using proactive interventions, reducing disruptions in the learning environment.
- Implemented data-driven instruction to continuously monitor student progress and adapt teaching strategies as needed.
Education
Supervisor of Special Education Certification -
Slippery Rock University
Master of Education - Autism Endorsement
Holy Family University
Bachelors of Education - undefined
Holy Family University
Skills
- CPI / CSTAG Certification
- Level 11 – SPED PK -12 / General Ed K -6 Certification
- Problem-solving abilities
- Early intervention knowledge
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Instructional leadership
- Autism Endorsement
Timeline
Supervisor of Special Education
Bristol Township School District
01.2024 - Current
Autistic Support Teacher
Bensalem Township SD
08.2018 - 01.2024
Autistic Support Teacher
Bucks County Intermediate Unit
12.2017 - 06.2018
Master of Education - Autism Endorsement
Holy Family University
Bachelors of Education - undefined
Holy Family University
Supervisor of Special Education Certification -
Slippery Rock University
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