Kimberly Murray-Matroni
Feeding Hills,MA
Summary
Experienced Special Education Teacher with a strong track record of effectively analyzing data and implementing research based interventions to improve student outcomes, and collaborating with colleagues to creatively solve challenges within the school community.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher (Grades 1-4)
Holyoke Public Schools
10.2022 - Current
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
Educational Team Facilitator (Grades 7, 8, 9)
Agawam Public Schools
11.2019 - 10.2022
- Oversaw referral process, Team meeting process, and adherence to Individualized Education Programs based upon eligibility guidelines in accordance with federal and state requirements
- Collaborated with the Transition Specialist, Adjustment Counselors, Behavior Interventionists, and Director of Social Emotional Learning to ensure students needs were being met inside and outside of the classroom
RISE Program Teacher
Westfield Public Schools
02.2019 - 11.2019
- Provided behavioral (including physical restraints) and psycho-educational assistance to students challenged to abide by school routines, program limits and structure
- Completed all required and requested daily documentation (e.g incident reports, intervention reports, etc.) and assures documentation is submitted to appropriate location
- Maintained the safety of the building and utilizes safety protocols including safety care protocols, proactive de-escalation techniques, etc.)
Educational Team Leader (Grades K-5)
Westfield Public Schools
06.2017 - 02.2019
- Collaborated with Principals/Directors on Special Education Staffing including assisting with hiring of Special Education Staff
- Oversaw referral process, Team meeting process, and adherence to Individualized Education Programs based upon eligibility guidelines in accordance with federal and state requirements
- Provided professional development activities and in-service training to staff regarding instructional practices, accommodations, modifications and provision of services.
Essential Life Skills Teacher
Westfield Public Schools
01.2015 - 06.2017
- Supported students in the development of their executive functioning skills, emotional regulation, social skills, academic achievement and learning strategies
- Developed individualized curriculum across the content areas and implemented research-based interventions such as LiPS, Seeing Stars, Visualizing and Verbalizing, and Read Naturally within the classroom as needed to target IEP goals and objectives
- Consulted with school staff and administrators to identify At Risk students and appropriate Tier II supports and develop increased opportunities for inclusion for students on IEPs
- Assisted student and staff members with use of augmentative communication devices
Special Education Teacher (Grades K-5)
Westfield Public Schools
08.1998 - 01.2015
- Provided educational experiences for students with C Grid services and later in grades 4 & 5 Inclusion settings including research-based interventions and evaluated student progress based on performance, formal/informal assessments, work output and class participation
Education
Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in School Leadership, Initial - Special Education Administration
American International College
Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in Reading, Initial PreK-12 - Reading Specialist
American International College
Master of Education Moderate Disabilities, Professional PreK-8 -
Westfield State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Professional 1-6
Framingham State University
Skills
- Parent and Student Communication
- Co-teaching in an Inclusion Model
- Improvements in Program Performance
- Data Collection and Analysis
Timeline
Special Education Teacher (Grades 1-4)
Holyoke Public Schools
10.2022 - Current
Educational Team Facilitator (Grades 7, 8, 9)
Agawam Public Schools
11.2019 - 10.2022
RISE Program Teacher
Westfield Public Schools
02.2019 - 11.2019
Educational Team Leader (Grades K-5)
Westfield Public Schools
06.2017 - 02.2019
Essential Life Skills Teacher
Westfield Public Schools
01.2015 - 06.2017
Special Education Teacher (Grades K-5)
Westfield Public Schools
08.1998 - 01.2015
Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in School Leadership, Initial - Special Education Administration
American International College
Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in Reading, Initial PreK-12 - Reading Specialist
American International College
Master of Education Moderate Disabilities, Professional PreK-8 -
Westfield State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Professional 1-6
Framingham State University
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