Mary Barrett
Special Education Teacher
Brooklyn,CT
Summary
Skilled educator with strong expertise in special education. Adept at developing tailored learning plans, employing effective instructional strategies, and fostering inclusive classroom environments. Known for collaboration, adaptability, and delivering measurable results. Proficient in behavior management, individualized education plans, and student assessments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Hartford Healthcare
08.2018 - Current
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Conducted assessments to identify students' strengths and areas for improvement, informing instructional strategies.
- Integrated social skills training into curriculum, facilitating improved peer interactions and social integration.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive educational and emotional support for students.
- Advocated for rights and needs of students with special education requirements, ensuring access to appropriate resources and accommodations.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
Summer School Teacher
Salem School
07.2018 - 07.2018
- Cultivated positive relationships with parents and students.
- Created various lesson plans to increase concentration, participation, and progress student accountability for students grade 1-4.
- Developed and implemented skill-building activities focused on writing, reading fluency, phonics, and math.
Long Term Substitute Teacher 2nd grade
Salem School
04.2018 - 06.2018
- Designed lesson plans focused on age and level-appropriate material.
- Observed and assessed student performance and kept thorough records of progress.
- Updated attendance, grades, and other required documentation.
- Mentored, tutored, and instructed students in need of additional support.
- Cultivated positive relationships with parents and students.
- Collaborated with staff.
Daily Substitute Teacher
Thompson Board of Education
11.2017 - 04.2018
Daily Substitute Teacher
Killingly Board of Education
10.2017 - 04.2018
Kindergarten Teacher
Brooklyn Elementary School
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Observed and assessed student performance and kept thorough records of progress.
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects.
- Set and communicated ground rules for the classroom based on respect and personal responsibility.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Improved students' reading levels through guided reading groups and whole group instruction.
- Created lesson plans in accordance with state curriculum and school-wide curriculum standards.
- Differentiated instruction according to student ability and skill level.
- Employed a wide variety of fiction and non-fiction textual materials to encourage students to read independently.
- Work with the team for NAEYC Accreditation.
Long-Term Substitute Kindergarten Teacher
Brooklyn Elementary School
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Managed classroom of 18 students during the year absence of assigned teacher.
5th Grade Middle School Teacher
Griswold Middle School
08.2011 - 05.2012
- Developed interesting course plans to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students.
- Developed, administered and corrected tests, quizzes and homework in a timely manner.
- Planned, implemented, monitored, and assessed a classroom instructional program which was consistent with CT Common Core State Standards.
Education
K-12 Special Education Certification
Sacred Heart University
2018
Masters - K-6 Elementary Education
Sacred Heart University
Griswold, CT2010
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Eastern Connecticut State University
Windham, CT2000
Skills
- Building relationships
- Case management proficiency
- De-escalation techniques
- Differentiated Instruction
- Trained in CPI
- Behavior modifications
- Small group instruction
- Team collaboration
- Parent communication
- Individual education plans ieps
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Hartford Healthcare
08.2018 - Current
Summer School Teacher
Salem School
07.2018 - 07.2018
Long Term Substitute Teacher 2nd grade
Salem School
04.2018 - 06.2018
Daily Substitute Teacher
Thompson Board of Education
11.2017 - 04.2018
Daily Substitute Teacher
Killingly Board of Education
10.2017 - 04.2018
Kindergarten Teacher
Brooklyn Elementary School
08.2014 - 06.2017
Long-Term Substitute Kindergarten Teacher
Brooklyn Elementary School
08.2013 - 06.2014
5th Grade Middle School Teacher
Griswold Middle School
08.2011 - 05.2012
Masters - K-6 Elementary Education
Sacred Heart University
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Eastern Connecticut State University
K-12 Special Education Certification
Sacred Heart University
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