Mary Burgett
Williamsburg,VA
Summary
Seasoned Special Education Teacher leveraging skills in developing IEPs, enhancing student success through targeted intervention strategies, collaborative teamwork, and mentoring new teachers. Proven track record in fostering inclusive learning environments catering to diverse learning abilities and utilizing assessment strategies to monitor and accelerate student progress. Equipped with a positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs, and possess exceptional skills working with teachers, parents, and specialists to meet educational needs of students. Seeking to contribute experience in educational assessment, intervention planning, and collaboration with educators and families to enhance student success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Waller Mill Elementary School
08.2017 - Current
- Selected, administered and interpreted appropriate formal and informal assessments and evaluations to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students to assist in identifying students eligible for special education services.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including parents, therapists, and administrators to develop and implement IEPs tailored to student needs.
- Provided recommendations for appropriate interventions, accommodations, and modifications to support academic and social-emotional growth.
- Implemented differentiated instruction and behavioral management strategies to support students with diverse learning needs.
- Assessed student performance regularly using various evaluation tools, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly to ensure academic growth.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Supported educators in modifying curriculum and instructional methods, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers entering the field, offering guidance, support, and sharing best practices in effective differentiation techniques, progress monitoring and preparation of legal documents.
Paraeducator
Magruder Elementary School
09.2008 - 08.2017
- Developed strong relationships with students through active listening and empathy, promoting trust and open communication.
- Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction in various subjects.
- Enhanced student learning by implementing differentiated instructional strategies tailored to individual needs.
- Utilized a variety of instructional techniques, including visual aids and hands-on activities, to engage students with different learning styles.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Monitored student performance data regularly using formative assessments to inform targeted interventions and enable timely modifications to instructional strategies when necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Double Major: Psychology & Physical Education
Radford University
Radford, VAPost Baccalaureate Program CSEEP - Special Education: General Curriculum K-12
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA2018
Skills
- IEP Development
- Data Collection
- Progress Monitoring
- Evidenced-Based Practices
- Educational Evaluation Administration (YCAT, WJIV, KTEA, TOSWRF, KeyMath)
- Assessment Interpretation
- Early Intervention Strategies
- Special Education Regulations (IDEA & ADA)
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Collaborative Problem-Solving
Accomplishments
- Lead Special Education Teacher for four years (2020-2021, 2021-2022, 2022-2023, 2023-2024)
- Special Education Mentor for 2 years (2022-2023, 2023-2024)
- WMES Teacher of the Year 2021-2022
- MES Paraeducator of the Year 2015-2016
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Waller Mill Elementary School
08.2017 - Current
Paraeducator
Magruder Elementary School
09.2008 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Double Major: Psychology & Physical Education
Radford University
Post Baccalaureate Program CSEEP - Special Education: General Curriculum K-12
Old Dominion University
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