Maureen Koprowski
Patchogue,NY
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Northport-East Northport Schools, adept at developing Individual Education Plans and implementing behavior management strategies. Skilled in utilizing assistive technology to enhance learning, while fostering positive relationships with students and families. Committed to creating inclusive environments that promote student success and engagement.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher, Special Education Bowling Program
Northport-East Northport Schools
Northport, NY
10.2019 - Current
- Supervise bowlers with special needs as they participate in weekly, one-hour bowling session.
- Provide visual cues and positive behavior supports to ensure the success of each bowler.
- Facilitate social interactions between bowlers.
- Collaborate with other lead teachers to ensure all bowlers are receiving a positive bowling experience.
- Oversee teacher aides and 1:1s, providing guidance and feedback on dealing with various behavioral needs.
Special Education Teacher
Northport-East Northport Schools
Northport, NY
09.2005 - Current
- Established positive relationships with students and their families through active communication and positive feedback.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Instructed special education classes using evidence-based practices.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Utilized technology resources such as online programs and assistive devices.
- Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Facilitated student operation of augmented communication devices.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
- Successfully and effectively delivered instruction within self-contained, DCT, and ICT settings, grades K-8.
Special Olympics Lead Teacher
Northport East Northport UFSD
Northport , NY
03.2017 - 05.2024
- Designed practice plans to address athletes and their individual physical abilities.
- Practice plans designed around key skills needed to successfully participate in and complete various track and field events.
- Imbed visual schedules and positive behavior supports to motivate athletes to complete activities.
- Supervised high school volunteers as mentors to athletes during practice.
- Created individual schedules for each family for Regionals.
- Maintained consistent communication with the families of athletes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI06-2020
Master of Science - Special Education
Long Island University
Greenvale, NY06-2003
Skills
- Individual education plans
- Behavior management
- Assistive technology
- Positive reinforcement
- Curriculum adaptation
- Data tracking
Certification
- Statement of Continued Eligibility (SOCE): Science, Social Studies and Math
- Certified Dog Trainer
Timeline
Lead Teacher, Special Education Bowling Program
Northport-East Northport Schools
10.2019 - Current
Special Olympics Lead Teacher
Northport East Northport UFSD
03.2017 - 05.2024
Special Education Teacher
Northport-East Northport Schools
09.2005 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
University of Rhode Island
Master of Science - Special Education
Long Island University
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