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Marianne Briggs

Bethlehem,PA

Summary

With over three decades of experience in the educational sector, notably with Bethlehem Area School District, I've excelled in developing cognitive and behavioral plans and implementing IEPs and BIPs. My approach combines conflict resolution and detailed record-keeping, significantly enhancing student engagement and achievement in neurodiverse learning environments.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Bethlehem Area School District
01.2005 - Current
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
  • Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
  • Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.

Disability Service Specialist

Northampton Community College
08.1997 - 12.2004
  • Interviewed students seeking support from Disability Services
  • Interpreted documentation of disability and determined eligibility for services
  • Developed Accommodation Plans
  • Academic Advising
  • Taught Workshops on Study Skills
  • Taught credit course - College Success
  • Communicated with faculty regarding accommodations
  • Provided one on one support, study skills, and academic support

Special Education Teacher

Colonial Northampton Intermediate Unit #20
08.1993 - 06.1997

-Taught students in a school based partial hospitalization program

-Maintained behavior plans

-Data Collection

-Developed and implemented Individual Education plans

-Taught numerous subjects to various grade levels

-Evaluated student levels

Special Education Teacher

Centennial School
08.1992 - 08.1993

-Taught emotional support students in a self contained environment

-Developed and implemented Individual Education Plans

-Developed and implemented behavior plans

-Progress Monitoring

Education

No Degree -

East Stroudsburg University
East Stroudsburg, PA

Restorative Practices

International Institute For Restorative Practices
Bethlehem, PA

Master of Arts - Special Education

Lehigh University
Bethlehem, PA
10-1994

Bachelor of Science - Education

Kutztown University
Kutztown, PA
12-1991

Skills

  • Cognitive and behavioral plan development
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Job readiness training
  • IEP and BIP implementation
  • 32 years of experience in Education
  • Detail oriented and well organized
  • Excellent record keeping skills

Certification

-Special education

-Elementary education


Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Bethlehem Area School District
01.2005 - Current

Disability Service Specialist

Northampton Community College
08.1997 - 12.2004

Special Education Teacher

Colonial Northampton Intermediate Unit #20
08.1993 - 06.1997

Special Education Teacher

Centennial School
08.1992 - 08.1993

No Degree -

East Stroudsburg University

Restorative Practices

International Institute For Restorative Practices

Master of Arts - Special Education

Lehigh University

Bachelor of Science - Education

Kutztown University
Marianne Briggs