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Margaret Joyce

Oak Forest,IL

Summary

Versatile Special Education Teacher with a 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. Previous experience in self-contained setting with modifying over 12 different subjects to meet the needs of the diverse learners.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of McDermott-Doyle

Mount Carmel High School
08.2022 - Current
  • Collaborate with teachers and staff to implement effective strategies, interventions, and accommodations for diverse learners
  • Managed IEPs and 504s to define student learning objectives and educational strategies in all classrooms
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement and positive environment
  • Fostered positive relationships with over 150 students on caseload, classroom students & caseload parents
  • Led activities that developed student’s physical, emotional, and social growth
  • Maintain compliance with all individualized education plans
  • Facilitate regular communication and collaboration with parents/guardians regarding out of compliance IEPs


Special Education Teacher

Crete Monee High School
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • 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.
  • Maintained compliance with all individualized education plans
  • Oversaw the development and implementation of high-quality Individualized education plans and 504s
  • Taught both in a self-contained setting and co-taught classroom
  • Ensured that all IEPs were aligned with students' needs, goals, and state academic standards
  • Collaborated with inclusive general education teachers and support staff to ensure proper implementation of IEPs and accommodations and modifications
  • Monitored student progress and facilitated annual IEP meetings to review and update educational goals and services
  • Lead IEP an 504 meetings and parent conferences


Applied Behavior Analysis Technician

ACE Therapies
05.2020 - 01.2021
  • Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized treatment plans based on Applied Behavior Analysis principles.
  • Increased clients'' communication skills through the use of visual and verbal prompts.
  • Reduced challenging behaviors in clients by employing behavior modification techniques, such as reinforcement and extinction.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each client''s needs.
  • Tracked client progress through detailed data collection and analysis, ensuring timely adjustments to interventions as needed.
  • Supported clients in achieving self-help goals, including toileting, dressing, and hygiene tasks.
  • Facilitated social skills development in group settings by encouraging positive peer interactions and modeling appropriate behaviors.
  • Provided ongoing parent training and support to promote consistency between home and therapy settings.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients by establishing clear expectations and maintaining a supportive learning environment.
  • Coordinated with supervisors in addressing any concerns or modifications needed to enhance client outcomes.
  • Promoted an inclusive atmosphere within sessions by incorporating diverse materials and adapting activities for varied learning styles.
  • Implemented behavior intervention plans, increasing positive behaviors and reduce challenging behaviors.

Education

Master of Science - Special Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Organizational And Professional Development

Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL
05.2015

Skills

  • Life Skills Instruction
  • Classroom Organization
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Parent-Teacher Collaboration
  • Inclusion Practices
  • Data Collection and Analysis
  • Mathematics Adaptation
  • Student Advocacy
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • IEP Implementation
  • Data Management
  • Lesson Planning

Timeline

Director of McDermott-Doyle

Mount Carmel High School
08.2022 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Crete Monee High School
08.2021 - 06.2022

Applied Behavior Analysis Technician

ACE Therapies
05.2020 - 01.2021

Master of Science - Special Education

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Science - Organizational And Professional Development

Eastern Illinois University
Margaret Joyce