Marla Pokorny
WOODSTOCK VALLEY
Summary
Dedicated and student-focused special education teacher who is committed to providing a well-balanced, supportive and engaging learning environment for all students. Ability to remain flexible, ensuring that every child's learning style and abilities are addressed. A hardworking and trusted educator who strives to collaborate with all members of the school community to meet the needs of the students.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Pomfret Community School
08.2023 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans by assessing student needs and collaborating with parents and support staff.
- Advocated for student needs by participating in IEP meetings and ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Conducted assessments to identify learning challenges and adjust instructional methods.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to create a positive learning environment.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
Special Education Teacher
Willington Public Schools
08.2019 - Current
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Special Education Teacher
Killingly Public Schools
07.2014 - 06.2019
- Developed individual eduction plans (IEP) designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
- Administered KTEA-3 Brief, CTOPP-2 and Woodcock Johnson IV standardized tests.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activates with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Participated in weekly meetings to analyze data, assess instruction and plan creative, hands-on lessons to further student's understanding of Math and Reading/Language.
- Co-taught within the first grade classrooms and attended professional development.
Education
Connecticut Teacher Licensure Program -
University of Saint Joseph
West Hartford, CT05.2016
Master of Science - Special Education
Bay Path University
Longmeadow, MA05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Studio Art Photography
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT05.1996
Skills
- Parent Communication
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Co-Teaching
- Collaborative Team Work
- Positive Learning Environment
- Para Supervision
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention
- Restraint Certified
- Wilson Trained
- LETRS Trained
- ZooPhonics
- Time management
Certification
- Comprehensive Special Education, Grades K through 12 (165)
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Pomfret Community School
08.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Willington Public Schools
08.2019 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Killingly Public Schools
07.2014 - 06.2019
Master of Science - Special Education
Bay Path University
Bachelor of Science - Studio Art Photography
Southern Connecticut State University
Connecticut Teacher Licensure Program -
University of Saint Joseph
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