Laura Fronk
Exton,PA
Work Preference
Summary
Special Education Teacher with over a decade of experience in developing individualized education programs and modifying curricula to enhance student engagement. Skilled in behavioral intervention and goal tracking, committed to fostering academic success for diverse learners. Dedicated to maintaining a safe and inclusive classroom environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher - Emotional Support
Chester County Intermediate Unit
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Instructed students in a school-based, partial hospitalization program that provided a clinical and alternative education environment for children, grades K-2.
- Provided specially designed instruction for students diagnosed with a significant mental health disorders.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Promoted self-advocacy and independence in students with disabilities by teaching self-management and decision-making skills.
- Integrated social skills training into curriculum, facilitating improved peer interactions and social integration.
Special Education Teacher - Cross Categorical
EPIC Special Education Staffing
Phoenixville, PA
02.2024 - 06.2025
- Instructed elementary students with mild to moderate disabilities, grades K-2.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance classroom engagement
- Identified student needs with targeted assessments and observations.
- Mentored new educators in classroom management and individualized instruction techniques.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
Special Education Teacher - Cross Categorical
Department of Defense Education Activity - Europe
Naples, Italy
11.2020 - 06.2023
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals of students, grades PK-4.
- Created culturally responsive classroom environment, acknowledging and celebrating diversity among students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Fostered positive learning environment, reducing classroom disruptions through effective behavior management strategies.
- Utilized data from student assessments to tailor instruction, resulting in more effective learning outcomes.
Special Education Compliance Support Specialist
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Virginia Beach, VA
06.2013 - 01.2020
- Ensured 100% compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to special education and inclusive practices within the assigned schools.
- Managed schoolwide caseloads effectively, ensuring timely completion of all required documentation and reporting related to special education services.
- Prepared special reports requested by state or district education officials.
- Contributed to a team-based approach within the special education department, sharing resources and best practices with colleagues for continuous improvement efforts.
- Provided ongoing support for parents navigating the special education process, increasing understanding of available resources and rights under law.
- Led professional development workshops to improve teaching methodologies among staff.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to identify areas of improvement within the special education department.
- Facilitated communication between general education teachers and special education staff to ensure consistency in instruction and accommodations.
- Supported teachers in adapting their teaching methods to accommodate the specific needs of special education students.
Special Education Teacher - Jail Education Program
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Virginia Beach, VA
08.2009 - 06.2018
- Authored and maintained comprehensive IEPs for qualifying incarcerated adults, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws.
- Achieved an 85% success rate in guiding students to pass their GED.
- Developed and implemented modified curriculum and lesson plans for adult students with diverse disabilities, within the prison system.
- Managed and de-escalated student behavioral incidents by implementing positive reinforcement in a high-pressure environment.
- Collaborated with correctional officers, social workers, and school psychologists to ensure student safety, monitor progress, and coordinate student rehabilitation plans.
- Advocated for resources and support services to ensure equitable access to education for all students.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning.
- Guided students through transition planning processes to support successful reentry, preparing them for post-secondary education, vocational training, and employment opportunities following incarceration.
Special Education Teacher - Title One
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Virginia Beach, VA
08.2005 - 06.2013
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs, grades K-2 and 5.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for diverse learners.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Streamlined classroom processes by integrating technology tools such as interactive whiteboards and assistive devices designed for students with disabilities.
- Advocated for rights and needs of students with special education requirements, ensuring access to appropriate resources and accommodations.
- Implemented behavior intervention plans to enhance student engagement and reduce disruptions.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
University of Wisconsin
Oshkosh, WI 06.2002 - 01.2005
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Special Education
University of Wisconsin
Oshkosh, WI 08.2001 - 12.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Wisconsin
Whitewater, WI 08.1987 - 05.1992
Skills
- Individualized Education Plans
- Data analysis
- Curriculum modification
- Classroom management
- Behavioral intervention
- Student assessment
- Goal tracking
- Parent communication
- Collaboration with educators
- Student progress monitoring
- Conflict resolution
- Team building
- Problem solving
- Compliance monitoring
- Functional behavior assessment
- Social skills development
- Non-violent crisis intervention
- Elementary education
Certification
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania - Special Education N-12 (9225)
Department of Defense Education Activities (DODEA) Teaching Certificate - Special Education PK-12
Affiliations
- School Volunteer
- Private tutor
- Sunday School teacher
- Certified through the Virginia Department of Education in Dyslexia Awareness
- Member of the National Council on Family Relations (NCFR)
- Certified in Self-Regulation: Teaching Impulse Control and Skills for Success
- Served on the Crisis Management Team
- Member Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD)
- Panel member - ASCD 2011 National Convention
- Media Liaison
- Attendance, Spirit, and Behavioral Committees chairperson
- Elected official on the School Planning Council
- Nominated Teacher of the Year
- Presenter “Social Skills Across the Curriculum” - Wisconsin Association for Children with Behavioral Disorders 27th Annual Conference
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
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Timeline
Special Education Teacher - Emotional Support
Chester County Intermediate Unit
08.2025 - 10.2025
Special Education Teacher - Cross Categorical
EPIC Special Education Staffing
02.2024 - 06.2025
Special Education Teacher - Cross Categorical
Department of Defense Education Activity - Europe
11.2020 - 06.2023
Special Education Compliance Support Specialist
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
06.2013 - 01.2020
Special Education Teacher - Jail Education Program
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
08.2009 - 06.2018
Special Education Teacher - Title One
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
08.2005 - 06.2013
Master of Science - Special Education
University of Wisconsin
06.2002 - 01.2005
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Special Education
University of Wisconsin
08.2001 - 12.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Wisconsin
08.1987 - 05.1992