Laura Fagan
Cambridge,MA
Summary
Driven and creative special educator with an emphasis on research based best practices to support all student learning. Organizer of various student summer programming, designer of an academic support model used in the special education department. Collaborative and communicative, attentive to detail.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Educator
Framingham Public Schools
06.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive educational programs for students with disabilities.
- Improved student engagement by implementing creative, hands-on learning approaches and modifying curriculum materials.
- Established strong relationships with parents and caregivers, promoting collaborative efforts for student success.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify specific learning needs and inform instructional strategies.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to monitor student progress and refine instructional methods accordingly.
- Monitored ongoing performance of students through regular evaluations, adjusting interventions as needed to address gaps in understanding or skill acquisition.
- Served as a resource for other educators seeking information on specific disabilities or accommodations necessary to meet individual learner needs effectively.
Assistant Teacher
The Margaret Gifford School
05.2017 - 08.2019
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into the curriculum.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lessons, promoting interdisciplinary learning among students.
- Contributed to extracurricular programs by coaching sports teams or supervising clubs, enriching students'' overall educational experience.
- Monitored student progress regularly, using assessments to adjust instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying informed of best practices for teaching strategies and educational technologies.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Brandeis University
Waltham, MA07.2020
Psychology
Brandeis University
Waltham, MA05.2017
Skills
- Document Management
- Data Analysis
- Communication Strategies
- Curriculum Development
- Time Management
- Program Development
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Technology Integration
- Creative problem-solving
- Google Classroom
- Program Design
Timeline
Special Educator
Framingham Public Schools
06.2020 - Current
Assistant Teacher
The Margaret Gifford School
05.2017 - 08.2019
Master of Arts - Teaching
Brandeis University
Psychology
Brandeis University
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