Mary Boyle-Fedor
Bellefonte,PA
Summary
Former Special Education Teacher with a deep understanding of the challenges faced by students with varying ability levels and disabilities. Proven expertise in organization and effective communication, facilitating collaboration with parents and staff to enhance student support. Adept at navigating diverse needs to create tailored solutions, thereby being well-suited for an academic program coordinator role.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Bellefonte Area School District
08.2017 - 07.2024
- Taught Developmental Reading using the READ180 program, enhancing student understanding with supplemental materials.
- Co-taught and adapted curriculum for two Academic English 9 classes for the last 7 years and created and led a self-contained English 9 class for the last 3 years tailored yearly to meet diverse learning needs.
- Maintained regular communication with parents and staff to provide feedback and support.
- Organized and prepared documentation for annual IEP meetings and tri-annual reevaluation reports, as well as monthly data collection for progress monitoring and reporting.
- Served as Department Chair (2018-2020), facilitating collaboration among peers and managing departmental needs
- Acted as a Union Representative (2022-2023), supporting colleagues in problem-solving and communication with administration, while fostering a positive work environment.
Special Education Teacher
Penns Valley Area School District
01.2013 - 08.2017
- Taught the READ180 curriculum to various grade levels, supplementing lessons to increase schema and engagement, as well as differentiating across the classroom to improve student success
- Co-taught sixth-grade reading and math, adapting pacing and materials to meet diverse learning needs.
- Created, implemented, and planned IEP meetings to support students’ needs across the curriculum, while fostering strong communication with parents and staff to align efforts in lesson planning and development.
- Managed Tier 2 school-wide interventions and contributed to initiatives aimed at promoting positive behavior and academic success.
Mental Health Professional
The Meadows & Universal Community Behavioral Health
01.2012 - 12.2012
- Created individual and family treatment plans and interventions to address a variety of issues and diagnoses within the family system.
- Provided therapy in both home and school settings, coordinating with providers and advocating for families to access formal and informal support.
- Utilized Ecosystemic Structural Family Therapy techniques to enhance family functioning and improve overall dynamics.
Clinical Coordinator
The Meadows & Universal Community Behavioral Health
08.2010 - 01.2012
- Created individual treatment plans and behavioral interventions to address a variety of issues and diagnoses.
- Delivered mobile therapy to clients in home and school settings, coordinating interventions with school counselors and private therapists.
- Fostered effective communication, relationships, and connections between home and school to support client progress and well-being.
Education
Master of Education - Special Education
The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05.2010
Bachelor of Science - HDFS: Children, Youth, And Family Services Option
The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA08.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Lehigh Carbon Community College
Schnecksville, PA01.2002
Skills
- Communication Skills
- Organization Skills
- Data Collection
- Data Management
- Motivating students
- Classroom Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Behavior Modification
- Lesson Planning
- Assessment Strategies
- Co-teaching Experience
Certification
Pennsylvania Teacher Certification in Special Education for N-12 grades
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Bellefonte Area School District
08.2017 - 07.2024
Special Education Teacher
Penns Valley Area School District
01.2013 - 08.2017
Mental Health Professional
The Meadows & Universal Community Behavioral Health
01.2012 - 12.2012
Clinical Coordinator
The Meadows & Universal Community Behavioral Health
08.2010 - 01.2012
Master of Education - Special Education
The Pennsylvania State University
Bachelor of Science - HDFS: Children, Youth, And Family Services Option
The Pennsylvania State University
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Lehigh Carbon Community College
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