Lindsay DeMaria
Columbus Sports
Bellmawr
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience
Dedicated and compassionate Self-Contained Pre-K Special Education Teacher with experience providing individualized instruction to preschool students with diverse learning, developmental, and behavioral needs. Skilled in developing and implementing IEP goals, differentiating instruction, collecting and analyzing student data, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and families, and fostering an inclusive, supportive classroom environment that promotes academic, social-emotional, and functional growth.
Work History
Special Education Teacher
2 Years 6 Months- Developes individualized education plans to meet diverse student needs.
- Adapts instructional materials and methods for students with varying disabilities.
- Implements effective behavioral management strategies to enhance classroom engagement.
- Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to support student progress and development.
- Promotes a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Fosters strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
Sales Associate
4 Years 10 Months- Implements visual merchandising strategies to optimize product displays and increase sales.
- Greets customers and helps with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Collaborats with team members to meet and exceed monthly sales targets consistently.
Special Education Paraprofessional
1 Year 7 Months- Implemented behavior management strategies to foster positive classroom environments.
- Assisted teachers in delivering individualized instruction to students with diverse learning needs.
- Adapted educational materials for accessibility and enhanced student engagement.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured group activities.
Education
Instructional Certificate Preschool-Grade 3 - Teaching
Bachelor of Arts - Childhood Studies
- Dean's List {Fall 2019, Spring 2020, Fall 2020, Spring 2021}
- Honoree of Cum Laude
- Double Major
- 3.5 GPA
- 9 graduate credits completed during undergrad
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
- Dean's List {Fall 2019, Spring 2020, Fall 2020, Spring 2021}
- Honoree of Cum Laude
- Double Major
- 3.5 GPA
- 9 graduate credits during undergrad
Skills
Individual education plans
Differentiated instruction
Behavioral management
Small group instruction
Parent-teacher collaboration
Relationship building
Certification
- Limited CE- preschool through grade 3
- Limited CE- Students with disabilities
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Gloucester City School District
02.2024 - CurrentRead More
Special Education Paraprofessional
Gloucester City School District
07.2022 - 02.2024Read More
Sales Associate
Columbus Sports
10.2021 - CurrentRead More
Brookdale Community College
Instructional Certificate Preschool-Grade 3 from Teaching
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Rutgers University
Bachelor of Arts from Childhood Studies
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Rutgers University
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
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