Marie Surpris
116-22 221st. Street, Cambria Heights,NY
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with extensive experience at the New York City Department of Education, specializing in curriculum development and differentiated instruction. Proven track record in enhancing student engagement and success through innovative teaching strategies and effective collaboration. Skilled in the Wilson Reading Program and adept at fostering positive relationships with students and families.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher 7th Grade ICT
NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Queens, NY
01.2023 - Current
- Adapt lesson materials and assessments to increase curriculum accessibility for students with disabilities.
- Deliver individualized instruction based on specific learning gaps outlined in Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Regularly track student progress, assessing data, and offering constructive feedback to students and teachers.
- Co-plan lessons with general education teacher, ensuring alignment with educational standards.
- Participate in IEP meetings, contributing insights toward measurable goals and objectives development.
- Create a structured learning environment through established routines and effective behavior management.
- Collaborate with general education teacher to optimize instruction during class activities and small groups.
Special Education Teacher/ SETSS Provider
NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Brooklyn, NY
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Delivered small group instruction to K-8 students with disabilities.
- Coordinated Response to Intervention for at-risk students.
- Facilitated School Implementation Team meetings to enhance educational strategies.
- Conducted quarterly IEP Analysis Reviews for network leaders to assess writing quality.
- Provided translation services in Haitian Creole for bilingual students and families.
- Participated in monthly Pupil Personnel Team meetings to support academically and socially at-risk students.
- Managed cases for students with IEPs under SPED Recovery initiative.
- Served as Assembly Point Coordinator for Building Response and Safety Teams.
IEP Coordinator/ Special Education Liaison/ Instructional Lead Teacher
NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Brooklyn, NY
01.2006 - 01.2019
- Implemented Smart goals and action plans targeting struggling learners.
- Linked content, culture, and real-world experiences to enhance culturally relevant pedagogy.
- Created rigorous instruction featuring higher-order questions to promote critical thinking.
- Developed aligned learning activities suitable for English Language learners and students with disabilities.
- Oversaw Individual Education Plans (IEP) for approximately 100 students, promoting holistic development.
- Designed formative assessments like checklists and exit slips to monitor student learning.
- Compiled New York State Alternate Assessment data folios for exempt students in various subjects.
- Collaborated with School Based Support Team on initial referrals and Triennials as District Representative.
ABA Specialist
THURSDAY'S CHILD/ EARLY INTERVENTION
Brooklyn, NY
03.2010 - 08.2010
- Performed Applied Behavior Analysis and behavior modification techniques to improve simple daily living skills such as eye gazing.
- Promoted good behaviors by using the positive reinforcement method.
- Maintained daily records of children's individual activities, behaviors, meals and snacks.
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum that addressed all learning styles. Distributed quarterly education assessments, like report cards, to parents.
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS - PSYCHOLOGY
St. John's University
Jamaica, NYMASTER OF SCIENCE - SCHOOL COUNSELING
Long Island University
Jamaica, NYSkills
- Curriculum development
- Wilson Reading Program expertise
- SESIS proficiency
- ATS system knowledge
- Differentiated instruction
- Team teaching
- Specialized instruction
- Counseling for girls' group
- Peer mediation coordination
Certification
- Permanent Special Education (K-12) - 2001
- Provisional School Counseling - 2006
Languages
Haitian Creole
Accomplishments
- Served as an Instructional Lead for the Special Education Department.
- Delivered training modules to inter-departmental teams to ensure smooth adoption of computer-based program, SESIS for development of Individualized Education Plans.
- Early Intervention Certification through the Department of Health.
- Applied Behavioral Analysis training.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher 7th Grade ICT
NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
01.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher/ SETSS Provider
NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
01.2019 - 01.2023
ABA Specialist
THURSDAY'S CHILD/ EARLY INTERVENTION
03.2010 - 08.2010
IEP Coordinator/ Special Education Liaison/ Instructional Lead Teacher
NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
01.2006 - 01.2019
BACHELOR OF ARTS - PSYCHOLOGY
St. John's University
MASTER OF SCIENCE - SCHOOL COUNSELING
Long Island University
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