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Lauren Calandra

Sparta,NJ

Summary

Seeking a part time intervention and support teaching position with primary focus on inspiring students to achieve success and positive behavior.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Briarcliff Middle School
Mountain Lakes, NJ
12.2007 - 05.2016
  • Created and developed study guides, tests and quizzes for exceptional students
  • Assisted students with class work and homework
  • Adapted tests in different subject areas and provided modifications to individual needs of students
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth
  • Attended IEP meetings and parent/teacher conferences
  • Designed multisensory math and reading lesson plans in accordance to IEPs, state, and district standards
  • Implemented and maintained a classroom management plans.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.

In Class Support Teacher

Hardyston Middle School
Hamburg, NJ
10.2005 - 06.2007
  • Modified assessments, tests and quizzes
  • Conducted study groups
  • Established routines and procedures that maximized time spent on instruction while minimizing classroom disruptions.
  • Maintained constant contact with parents and other faculty members relating to students’ progress
  • Implemented various instructional strategies including project-based learning, inquiry-based instruction, and authentic assessment methods to engage all learners effectively.


Education

Masters Degree in Learning Disabilities -

Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ
01.2013

Bachelor of Science in Special Education -

University of Scranton
Scranton, PA
05.2005

Skills

  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Classroom Management
  • Individual Education Plans IEPs
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Co-teaching Experience

Certification

  • Pennsylvania Instructional I, Special Education, June 2005
  • The State of New Jersey Standard Certificate Teacher of Students with Disabilities, February 2007
  • The State of New Jersey Standard Certificate Elementary School Teacher, Grades K-5, February 2007
  • New Jersey State Substitute Certificate K-12, September 2005
  • Highly Qualified Middle School English Language Arts (5-8)
  • Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant Certificate, January 2013

Affiliations

  • Council For Exceptional Children Member of national organization and university chapter
  • Attended two state conferences in Harrisburg, PA
  • Member of the New Jersey Education Association (NJEA)
  • Member of the Hardyston Education Association
  • Member of the Mountain Lakes Education Association

Activities

  • Participated in student/faculty sporting events
  • Chaperoned school dances
  • Chaperoned various overnight 8th grade field trips
  • Proctored Homework Club
  • Tutored students that needed additional support in various subject areas

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Briarcliff Middle School
12.2007 - 05.2016

In Class Support Teacher

Hardyston Middle School
10.2005 - 06.2007

Masters Degree in Learning Disabilities -

Montclair State University

Bachelor of Science in Special Education -

University of Scranton

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