Mary Toston
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Accomplished Teacher with 27 years of experience in curriculum coordination for students with diverse of intellectual, psychological and emotional needs. Expert in developing and teaching individualized program based on student-specific needs and abilities. Focused on adhering to state and district policies to meet established objectives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Varying Exceptionalities Teacher
Walsingham Elementary School
08.2015 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Improved students reading comprehension by incorporating diverse texts and engaging activities.
Behavior Specialist
Pinellas County Schools
08.2005 - 05.2015
- Improved student behavior by implementing individualized behavior support plans and strategies.
- Reduced classroom disruptions through careful observation and analysis of student behaviors, leading to tailored interventions.
- Enhanced teacher-student relationships by providing guidance on effective communication and rapport-building techniques.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive, effective treatment plans for students with behavioral challenges.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL07.1995
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Small Group Instruction
- Classroom Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Group Instruction
- Student-Centered Learning
- Student Assessment
- Behavior Management
Certification
Emotional Handicaps
Elementary Education
ESOL Endorsement
Reading Endorsement
Timeline
Varying Exceptionalities Teacher
Walsingham Elementary School
08.2015 - Current
Behavior Specialist
Pinellas County Schools
08.2005 - 05.2015
Master of Science - Special Education
Florida State University
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