Mary Opacity

• Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences highlighting student achievements while identifying areas requiring further attention or intervention.
• Collaborated closely with speech therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapists within interdisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive service delivery for students requiring additional support services.
• Mentored new teachers in best practices for interrelated special education instruction, contributing to a higher quality educational experience for all students in the program.
• Organized extracurricular activities for students with disabilities, fostering social skills development and encouraging community involvement.
• Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, working collaboratively to support student success both inside and outside of the classroom.
• Participated in professional development opportunities focused on emerging trends in special education, incorporating innovative techniques into instructional practices as appropriate.
• Utilized various teaching methodologies and differentiated instruction strategies to cater to diverse learning styles, enhancing student engagement and comprehension.
• Supported students during transition periods by providing guidance on goal-setting related to post-secondary education or vocational opportunities.
• Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lessons and activities, resulting in a more comprehensive understanding of subject matter for students.

• Enhanced student learning by implementing individualized education plans tailored to each student''s needs.
• Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
• Facilitated successful transitions between grade levels by collaborating closely with general education teachers and other support staff.
• Increased parent involvement in the educational process through regular communication, conferences, and workshops.
• Maintained accurate records of student performance, assessments, and attendance to inform instructional decisions and report progress to parents.
• Utilized assistive technology tools to enhance accessibility and support student learning outcomes effectively.
• Established open lines of communication between therapists, specialists, medical providers involved in each student''s care plan, ensuring a cohesive approach to their education.
• Successfully integrated sensory activities and movement breaks into daily lesson plans, promoting self-regulation skills among students with moderate special needs.
• Advocated for appropriate accommodations that supported students'' unique learning styles during standardized testing periods effectively.

• Enhanced student learning by implementing individualized education plans tailored to each student''s needs.
• Facilitated successful transitions between grade levels by collaborating closely with general education teachers and other support staff.
• Increased parent involvement in the educational process through regular communication, conferences, and workshops.
• Maintained accurate records of student performance, assessments, and attendance to inform instructional decisions and report progress to parents.
• Established open lines of communication between therapists, specialists, medical providers involved in each student''s care plan, ensuring a cohesive approach to their education.
• Led school-wide initiatives focused on raising awareness about different disabilities and promoting acceptance and inclusivity throughout the entire campus.
• Successfully integrated sensory activities and movement breaks into daily lesson plans, promoting self-regulation skills among students with moderate special needs.
• Improved classroom management techniques by incorporating positive reinforcement strategies and clear expectations for behavior.
• Devised creative strategies for modifying assignments and assessments that allowed each student the opportunity to demonstrate their understanding of material effectively.
• Promoted inclusivity in the school community by collaborating with general education teachers on strategies for accommodating diverse learners within mainstream classrooms.
• Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
• Provided specialized instruction of Math, Science, Social Studies and Literature to students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
• Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
• Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
• Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.

• Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
• Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
• Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
• Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
• Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
• Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
• Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
• Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
• Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.

• Worked closely with lead teachers to adapt lesson materials according to individual student needs, increasing comprehension and engagement levels.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in ABA therapy.
• Assisted teachers in managing classroom behaviors, ensuring a conducive learning environment for all students.
• Provided crisis intervention support during critical situations involving escalated behaviors or emotional distress among students.

Supervised clerical pool, counselors and staff of (20). Recruited and counseled graduate, adult, veterans and international students in the admission and enrollment process. Administered credentials evaluation process for transfer students. Acted as liaison for International Student Services and the U.S. Department of Immigration and Naturalization Services. Assisted in developing retention management program.

Supervised office staff of (10). Chaired the Tuition and Fees Appeals Committee. Liaison to Advising Center for students in crisis. Worked closely with department chairs in developing course schedules. Assisted students with choosing classes during open enrollment. Reported semester enrollment to the Dean of Academic Affairs. Co-authored university web page. Composed fiscal year-end reporting to graduate/undergraduate admission and internal auditor.

Supervised staff of (10). Campus mediator for the Office of Conflict Resolution. Coordinator of Tuition and Fees Appeals Committee. Appointed student advocate for Crisis Center. Scheduled classrooms for the School of Education and the School of Business. Co-authored departmental policy and procedures manual.

Assistant to the Kellogg Grant, visiting scholars program for the Center for the Study of Public Issues. Coordinator for the Governor's Challenge Grant. Assistant to the PATH program, an extra-curricular program for minority youth, conducted on campus during the summer. Coordinated on-campus conferences and seminars.