LaShawn Wigfall
Brooklyn
Summary
An insightful, and passionate educator committed to the social, emotional, and academic growth of every scholar. I am a driven educator dedicated to seeing every student acquire the skills needed to become successful citizens of the 21st century. I strive to make learning accessible to all my students so that growth is always achievable. It is my goal to work in an inclusive community where there is a strong foundation for learning, character building, and impactful connections. 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
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
New York City Department Of Education, New York
09.2022 - Current
- Create and manage IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modify general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Deliver effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Teach multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Cultivate connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Special Education Instructional Assistant
New York City Department Of Education, New York
01.2014 - 09.2022
- Implemented academic, social, emotional, and behavioral interventions and accommodations for individual students
- Provided one-on-one instruction with students as outlined by the classroom teachers
- Documented and tracked daily progress of behavior intervention plans (BIP) using datasheets, anecdotal records, and Special Education Student Information System (SESIS)
- Provided direct supervision to students during instructional, transitional, and recess times
- Assisted and supported interdisciplinary Math and ELA lessons in an integrated co-teaching (ICT) classroom
- Worked collaboratively with school administration and school community members to plan and implement schoolwide events and celebrations such as College and Career Week, Perfect Purple Party, Awards Night, and Book Character Day
- Provided differentiated instruction to diverse learners including students with disabilities
- Collaborated with families, therapists, and other support specialists providing services for students with special needs to better support the child
- Carried out language, literacy, and math assessments provided by the Department of Education and created by me that document the growth and developmental progress of each student within the class
- Created a line of communication between myself and the class' families where we discuss learning experiences, share photos, and address concerns.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
Education
Master of Arts (MA) - School Counselor (K-12)
Concordia University
Seward, NE05.2024
Master of Science (MS) - Childhood Special Education (1-6)
Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY08.2016
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Public Health
Monroe College
Bronx, NY08.2010
Skills
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Lesson Planning
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Social Skills Development
- Individual Education Programs IEPs
- Progress Evaluations
- Learning Style Assessments
- Differentiated Instruction
References
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Certification
- Students With Disabilities (1-6), New York State Education Department
• Educating All Students (EAS), New York State Teacher Certification Examinations
• Students with Disabilities (CST), New York State Teacher Certification Examinations
• Child Abuse Identification & Reporting , University of the State of New York
• School Violence Prevention & Intervention , University of the State of New York
• Dignity for All Students Act (DASA), New York City Department of Education
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
New York City Department Of Education, New York
09.2022 - Current
Special Education Instructional Assistant
New York City Department Of Education, New York
01.2014 - 09.2022
Master of Arts (MA) - School Counselor (K-12)
Concordia University
Master of Science (MS) - Childhood Special Education (1-6)
Brooklyn College
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Public Health
Monroe College
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