Laurice Boutagy
Special Education Teacher and Reading Specialist
Naugatuck,CT
Summary
History of successfully planning, delivering and assessing reading intervention plans. Compliant with Title 1 guidelines and knowledgeable about a wide range of successful strategies. 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
28
28
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Reading Intervention Specialist
Consolidated School District Of New Britain
2008.05 - 2022.06
- Improved student reading comprehension by implementing targeted intervention strategies and assessments.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to develop individualized reading plans tailored to each student''s needs.
- Provided one-on-one and small group instruction to address specific literacy challenges, boosting overall reading proficiency.
- Utilized research-based practices in phonics, vocabulary development, and fluency instruction to enhance students'' reading abilities.
- Worked closely with special education staff to support students receiving additional services, aligning instructional approaches for maximum success.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Performed assessments and analyzed results to spot students in need of further help.
- Wrote and delivered customized instruction to individual students and groups.
- Used approaches such as Wilson to achieve dramatic results with students.
- Developed goals and realistic plans for achieving each target.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Enhanced student engagement with diverse literature selections, promoting a love for reading and learning.
Special Education Teacher
Consolidated School District Of New Britain
2005.01 - 2022.06
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
Special Education Teacher
Briggs Alternative Middle School
Norwalk , CT
2002.09 - 2023.06
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
Special Education Teacher
Torrington School District
Torrington , CT
2003.09 - 2005.01
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Special Education Teacher
Bridgeport School District
Bridgeport , CT
1995.09 - 2002.06
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Education
Sixth Year Degree in Literacy - Reading Intervention
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CTMaster of Science - Special Education
Fairfield University
Fairfield, CTBachelor of Arts - American And British Literature
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IAAssociate of Science - Biology
Kingsborough Community College of The City University of New York
Brooklyn, NYSkills
- Small Group Instruction
- Dyslexia Support
- Mentoring Teachers
- Test Analysis
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 9 in the development of reading program for middle and high school.
- Achieved annual placement of 8th grade students into reading programs in high school by completing assessments with accuracy and efficiency.
Affiliations
- Pi Lambda Theta
Certification
CT 102 Remedial Reading
CT 065 Special Education
Timeline
Reading Intervention Specialist
Consolidated School District Of New Britain
2008.05 - 2022.06
Special Education Teacher
Consolidated School District Of New Britain
2005.01 - 2022.06
Special Education Teacher
Torrington School District
2003.09 - 2005.01
Special Education Teacher
Briggs Alternative Middle School
2002.09 - 2023.06
Special Education Teacher
Bridgeport School District
1995.09 - 2002.06
Sixth Year Degree in Literacy - Reading Intervention
Sacred Heart University
Master of Science - Special Education
Fairfield University
Bachelor of Arts - American And British Literature
University of Iowa
Associate of Science - Biology
Kingsborough Community College of The City University of New York
CT 102 Remedial Reading
CT 065 Special Education
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