Maggie Donaghy-Duffy

Special Education Teacher

Grades 6-12

• Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
• Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
• Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child’s progress.
• Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
• Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
• Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
• Used a PBIS system to encourage positive behaviors