Maiah DeGironimo
Sauquoit
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, adept at developing tailored IEPs and fostering positive learning environments. Skilled in differentiated instruction and effective classroom management, I enhance student engagement and collaboration with parents, ensuring academic success and personal growth for diverse learners.
Special Education Teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES
03.2025 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
Certified Teacher Assistant
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES
09.2019 - 03.2025
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear classroom expectations and maintaining consistent routines.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal results.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, maximizing student engagement and understanding.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by implementing consistent consequences and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education Teacher
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZAssociate of Arts - Photography
Mohawk Valley Community College
Utica, NY12-2018
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans IEP's
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Visual supports
- Assistive technology
- Small group instruction
- Lesson planning
- Group and individual instruction
- Parent communication
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Special education
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES
03.2025 - Current
Certified Teacher Assistant
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES
09.2019 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Special Education Teacher
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Arts - Photography
Mohawk Valley Community College
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