Kim Marinelli
Elementary and Special Education Teacher
Smithtown,NY
Summary
Special Education Teacher successful at providing classroom and emotional structure for special needs children required to flourish in academic setting. Certified and licensed in New York State and recognized as highly qualified educator. Coordinates well with classroom teachers with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
New York, NY
09.2012 - Current
- Responsible for implementation of children’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) in a 6-1-1 self-contained Autism classroom utilizing the philosophies of applied behavior analysis, and the TEACH methods
- Works collaboratively with other teachers, Speech Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapist to conduct weekly social skill lessons in the classroom
- Used various assessments to drive instruction such as Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills Revised (ABLLS-R), The Student Annual Needs Determination Inventory (SANDI), Formative Assessment for Students and Teacher (FAST)
- Responsible for children in a 12-1-1 classroom with disabilities ranging from Autism, Intellectual Disabled, Emotional Disturbance, and Other Health Impairments
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Special Education Teacher and ABA therapist
METRO THERAPY, INC
Hauppauge, New York
08.2010 - 02.2014
- Responsible for children in a resource room setting at St Christopher’s in Baldwin
- Used student's IEP’s to drive instruction to provide extra support they require
- Provided ABA services to school age students in their homes after school in various school districts across Long Island
- Attended round table discussions
- These were to keep therapist up to date current trends in the field of ABA.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
Special Education Teacher
NASSAU BOCES ROSEMARY KENNEDY CENTER
Wantagh, NY
07.2007 - 07.2012
- Implementation of children's IEP goals for an extended year program in a 9-1-2 setting.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
Substitute Teacher
BRENTWOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT
Brentwood, New York
09.2009 - 06.2010
- Responsible for execution of lesson plans and activities for elementary and special education students; utilizing variety of behavior managements strategies to maintain classroom discipline and academic focus.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Teacher Assistant
BELLMORE AUTISM PROGRAM
Bellmore, New York
09.2008 - 06.2009
- Responsible for implementation of NY State Standards utilizing multi-sensory and multi-modality techniques based on individual needs of the children and their IEP goals
- Worked collaboratively with Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Speech Language Pathologists to conduct weekly lessons for students in 8-1-1 setting
- Assisted in instructional methods that include discrete trials, errorless teaching, computers, and augmentative communication systems (Dynavox).
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension and personal growth.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
Kindergarten Teacher
TUTOR TIME DAY CARE CENTER
West Islip, NY
10.2006 - 03.2007
- Responsible for planning and execution of lesson plans and activities for preschool class of 17 students enrolled in center's full day program.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Created child-centered learning environment characterized by consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices.
Education
Applied Behavior Analysis
The State University of Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY2011
Master of Science - Special Education
Dowling College
Oakdale, NY06.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Child Study, Human Relations
St. Joseph's College
Patchogue, NY 05.1998
Skills
- Developing Social Skills
- Collaborative Team Work
- Self-Contained Classrooms
- Common Core Learning Standards
- Autism and Spectrum Disorders
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Positive Learning Environment
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Parent Communication
- Differentiated Instruction
- Verbal and Non-verbal Communication
- Classroom Management
Certification
Issued on February 1, 2012
- New York State Professional Certification Students with Disabilities, Grades 1-6
- New York State Professional Certification Childhood Education Grades 1-6
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
09.2012 - Current
Special Education Teacher and ABA therapist
METRO THERAPY, INC
08.2010 - 02.2014
Substitute Teacher
BRENTWOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT
09.2009 - 06.2010
Teacher Assistant
BELLMORE AUTISM PROGRAM
09.2008 - 06.2009
Special Education Teacher
NASSAU BOCES ROSEMARY KENNEDY CENTER
07.2007 - 07.2012
Kindergarten Teacher
TUTOR TIME DAY CARE CENTER
10.2006 - 03.2007
Applied Behavior Analysis
The State University of Stony Brook
Master of Science - Special Education
Dowling College
Bachelor of Arts - Child Study, Human Relations
St. Joseph's College
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