Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Notableeducationalexperiences
Notablevolunteerexperiences
Honorsandawards
Professionalcertificationsdevelopment
Careerrelatedexperience
Languages
Interests
Certification
Timeline
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Laura M. Boccio-Correa

Laura M. Boccio-Correa

Intervention Specialist
Mansfield,OH

Summary

To obtain employment in a school district as science teacher or an Intervention specialist with an interest in STEM education and Problem-Based Learning

Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations. Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with focus on critical thinking and communication.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Grades 3-5 Cross Categorical Teacher

Galion Intermediate School
07.2024 - Current
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Instructed students with moderate to intensive physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Plans, evaluates, and implements lessons and classroom management strategies
  • Analyzes students' progress using data to guide instruction and provide evidence of student achievement
  • Assesses and evaluates student behavioral needs (Positive Behavior Support)
  • Implements differentiated and targeted instruction
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lessons that incorporated multiple subject areas, enhancing overall understanding of complex topics.
  • Promoted positive behavior management techniques within the classroom, resulting in a more focused learning environment for all students.


2nd Grade Inclusion Intervention Teacher

Galion Primary School
07.2023 - 07.2024
  • Plans, evaluates, and implements lessons and classroom management strategies
  • Analyzes students' progress using data to guide instruction and provide evidence of student achievement
  • Assesses and evaluates student behavioral needs (Positive Behavior Support)
  • Implements differentiated and targeted instruction
  • Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
  • Enhanced knowledge by attending training and adopting new technologies.
  • Implemented tracking tools to evaluate successes and areas in need of improvement.
  • Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
  • Utilized diverse approaches in teaching, technology, and behavior modification.

3rd Grade Inclusion Intervention Teacher

Galion Intermediate School
07.2020 - 07.2023
  • Plans, evaluates, and implements lessons and classroom management strategies
  • Analyzes students' progress using data to guide instruction and provide evidence of student achievement
  • Assesses and evaluates student behavioral needs (Positive Behavior Support)
  • Implements differentiated and targeted instruction
  • Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
  • Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
  • Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
  • Enhanced knowledge by attending training and adopting new technologies.
  • Implemented tracking tools to evaluate successes and areas in need of improvement.
  • Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
  • Utilized diverse approaches in teaching, technology, and behavior modification.
  • Taught Math and Reading Intervention to individual and small groups.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and strategies tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.

7th Grade Science Teacher

Galion Middle School
07.2015 - 07.2020
  • Developed and implemented both group and individual lesson plans for students in accordance with established science curriculum.
  • Analyzes students' progress using data to guide instruction and provide evidence of student achievement
  • Enhanced student engagement through the use of visuals, hands-on experiments, and group projects.
  • Assesses and evaluates student behavioral needs (Positive Behavior Support)
  • Instructed students using variety of classroom methods and adapted methodology and instructional materials to meet student needs, abilities and Individualized Educational Plans.
  • Implements differentiated and targeted instruction
  • Mentored new teachers in best practices for science education, contributing to their professional development and success.
  • Coordinated Science Fair for Grades 6-9
  • STEM Project Lead the Way STEM Biomedical Sciences Teacher

7th Grade Science Long-term Substitute

Galion Middle School
04.2015 - 05.2015
  • Plans, implements and facilitates classroom instruction and management strategies
  • Analyzes students' progress using data to guide instruction and provide evidence of student achievement
  • Communicates and collaborates with students, teachers, parents, administration and support staff to provide a top notch educational experience for the school
  • Accommodates and differentiates to meet the needs of the students

Intervention Specialist, K-4, Internship

Eastview Elementary, MLSD
01.2015 - 03.2015
  • Plans, evaluates, and implements lessons and targeted instruction for students with special needs
  • Teaches students on a individual, small group, and whole class (inclusion) setting
  • Analyzes students' progress using progress monitoring and uses the data to drive instruction and for documentation purposes to stay in compliance with federal mandates
  • Participated in IEP meetings to develop appropriate instruction for students with special needs

6th - 9th Grade Science Teacher

Foundation Academy
07.2012 - 07.2014
  • Plans, evaluates, and implements lessons and classroom management strategies
  • Analyzes students' progress using data to guide instruction and provide evidence of student achievement
  • Assesses and evaluates student behavioral needs (Positive Behavior Support)
  • Implements differentiated and targeted instruction
  • Coordinated Science Fair for Grades 6-9
  • 21st Century Grant STEM After School Instructor

Education

Master of Education - Intervention Specialist, Mild to Moderate, K-12

Ashland University
Ashland, Ohio
08.2015

Master of Education - Middle Childhood Education Generalist Endorsement, Grades 4-9 Science and RLA, Grades 4-6 Social Studies and Math

Ohio State University
Mansfield, Ohio
03.2012

Bachelor of Science in Education - Middle Childhood Education, English

The Ohio State University
Mansfield, Ohio
06.2010

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Student engagement/Motivating students
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Growth mindset
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Student-centered learning
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Innovative lesson planning
  • Social-emotional learning training
  • Student rapport

Accomplishments

  • Lesson Implementation and student growth- Met all assigned learning goals through the implementation of Unique Learning System .

Notableeducationalexperiences

  • Valdosta University (Online), Valdosta, Georgia, Spanish Language, 07/18 - 06/20
  • Universidad Earth (Study Abroad), Mercedes, Limon Province, Costa Rica, 07/19 - 08/19
  • Universidad Valdosta (Study Abroad), San Jose, Costa Rica, 07/23 - 08/23
  • Burning River Bachata Dance Training Team, Cleveland, Ohio, 01/25 - Present

Notablevolunteerexperiences

  • Science Program Educator, Springmill Science Center, Mansfield, Ohio, 03/15 - Present
  • Science Program Educator, The Little Buckeye Children's Museum, Mansfield, Ohio, 12/11 - 04/12
  • Earth Day Community Educator, Shelby Green Committee, Shelby, Ohio, 05/11

Honorsandawards

  • Ohio State University Mansfield M.Ed. Scholarship Award, 2010-2012
  • President's Salute to Undergraduate Academic Success Honoree, 2010
  • Choose Ohio First (STEM) Scholarship Award, 2008 - 2012
  • ONGEA/ONGEA Auxiliary Member and Scholarships Award
  • 179th Airlift Wing Family Scholarship Award

Professionalcertificationsdevelopment

  • Closing the Gap Training, 3 years
  • AIMs Dyslexia Training, 88 hours
  • ODE Dyslexia Training
  • Positive Behavior Intervention and Support

Careerrelatedexperience

  • 7th Grade Science Long-term Substitute, Galion Middle School, Galion, Ohio, 04/15 - 05/15, Plans, implements and facilitates classroom instruction and management strategies, Analyzes students' progress using data to guide instruction and provide evidence of student achievement, Communicates and collaborates with students, teachers, parents, administration and support staff to provide a top notch educational experience for the school, Accommodates and differentiates to meet the needs of the students
  • Intervention Specialist, K-4, Internship, Eastview Elementary, MLSD, Mansfield, Ohio, 01/15 - 03/15, Plans, evaluates, and implements lessons and targeted instruction for students with special needs, Teaches students on a individual, small group, and whole class (inclusion) setting, Analyzes students' progress using progress monitoring and uses the data to drive instruction and for documentation purposes to stay in compliance with federal mandates, Participated in IEP meetings to develop appropriate instruction for students with special needs
  • 6th - 9th Grade Science Teacher, Foundation Academy, Mansfield, Ohio, 07/12 - 07/14, Plans, evaluates, and implements lessons and classroom management strategies, Analyzes students' progress using data to guide instruction and provide evidence of student achievement, Assesses and evaluates student behavioral needs (Positive Behavior Support), Implements differentiated and targeted instruction, Coordinated Science Fair for Grades 6-9, 21st Century Grant STEM After School Instructor
  • 7th Grade Science Teacher, Galion Middle School, Galion, Ohio, 07/55 - 07/20, Plans, evaluates, and implements lessons and classroom management strategies, Analyzes students' progress using data to guide instruction and provide evidence of student achievement, Assesses and evaluates student behavioral needs (Positive Behavior Support), Implements differentiated and targeted instruction, Coordinated Science Fair for Grades 6-9, STEM Project Lead the Way STEM Biomedical Sciences Teacher
  • 3rd Grade Inclusion Intervention Teacher, Galion Intermediate School, Galion, Ohio, 07/55 - 07/20, Plans, evaluates, and implements lessons and classroom management strategies, Analyzes students' progress using data to guide instruction and provide evidence of student achievement, Assesses and evaluates student behavioral needs (Positive Behavior Support), Implements differentiated and targeted instruction
  • 2nd Grade Inclusion Intervention Teacher, Galion Primary School, Galion, Ohio, 07/55 - 07/20, Plans, evaluates, and implements lessons and classroom management strategies, Analyzes students' progress using data to guide instruction and provide evidence of student achievement, Assesses and evaluates student behavioral needs (Positive Behavior Support), Implements differentiated and targeted instruction, Coordinated Science Fair for Grades 6-9, STEM Project Lead the Way STEM Biomedical Sciences Teacher
  • Grades 3-5 Cross Categorical Teacher, Galion Intermediate School, Galion, Ohio, 07/55 - 07/20, Plans, evaluates, and implements lessons and classroom management strategies, Analyzes students' progress using data to guide instruction and provide evidence of student achievement, Assesses and evaluates student behavioral needs (Positive Behavior Support), Implements differentiated and targeted instruction, Coordinated Science Fair for Grades 6-9, STEM Project Lead the Way STEM Biomedical Sciences Teacher

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Interests

Spanish Learning

  • Valdosta University (Online), Valdosta, Georgia, Spanish Language July 2018- June 2020
  • Universidad Earth (Study Abroad), Limon Province, Mercedes, Costa Rica, July 2019- August 2019
  • Universidad Valdosta (Study Abroad), San Jose, Costa Rica, July 2023- August 2023


Latin Dance

  • Burning River Bachata Dance Training Team, Cleveland, Ohio


Certification

Grades 4-9 Science and ELA

Grades 4-6 Math and Social Studies

Grades Pre K to 12 Intervention Specialist

Timeline

Grades 3-5 Cross Categorical Teacher

Galion Intermediate School
07.2024 - Current

2nd Grade Inclusion Intervention Teacher

Galion Primary School
07.2023 - 07.2024

3rd Grade Inclusion Intervention Teacher

Galion Intermediate School
07.2020 - 07.2023

7th Grade Science Teacher

Galion Middle School
07.2015 - 07.2020

7th Grade Science Long-term Substitute

Galion Middle School
04.2015 - 05.2015

Intervention Specialist, K-4, Internship

Eastview Elementary, MLSD
01.2015 - 03.2015

6th - 9th Grade Science Teacher

Foundation Academy
07.2012 - 07.2014

Master of Education - Middle Childhood Education Generalist Endorsement, Grades 4-9 Science and RLA, Grades 4-6 Social Studies and Math

Ohio State University

Bachelor of Science in Education - Middle Childhood Education, English

The Ohio State University

Master of Education - Intervention Specialist, Mild to Moderate, K-12

Ashland University
Laura M. Boccio-CorreaIntervention Specialist