Karen M. Bodamer
Charlton,MA
Summary
Experienced Special Education Teacher skilled in developing IEP's and executing data-driven instruction. Expertise in behavioral interventions to specifically target classroom success. Proven ability and commitment to fostering inclusive education, small group instruction, and collaboration in order to drive positive student learning outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Worcester Public Schools
Worcester, MA
08.2009 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans tailored to student needs and learning objectives.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement effective classroom strategies and interventions.
- Monitored student progress using assessment tools and adjusted instructional methods accordingly.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Developed and executed behavioral intervention plans, leading to decreases in disruptive behaviors and increases in classroom participation.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and curriculum delivery strategies.
- Advocated for student rights and resources within the school system to promote inclusive and needs based education.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Participated in collaborative Team meetings with colleagues and parents to review IEP progress and needs going forward while advocating for the student.
- Assessed students academic and social emotional performance using standardized assessments, observations, direct work with the student, and consultation with teachers, parents, and other relevant clinicians.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MDCertificate in Applied Behavior Analysis - ABA
University of Massachusetts
Boston, MASkills
- Support to classroom teachers including differentiation, behavior management, and executive functioning skills support
- Lesson planning for small group instruction
- IEP goal/objective development and implementation
- Targeted small group instruction
- Data collection and progress reporting
- Parent training and collaboration
- Evaluations and reports
- Behavior management classroom supports
- Design and implement targeted social skills small group instruction
Certification
Massachusetts certified and licensed in Special Education
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Worcester Public Schools
08.2009 - Current
Master of Science - Special Education
Johns Hopkins University
Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis - ABA
University of Massachusetts