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Darlene Wilcox-Smith

Phillipsburg,NJ

Summary

Accomplished Special Education Teacher at Franklin Board Of Education, adept in IEP implementation and fostering cognitive development. Excelled in creating inclusive environments, enhancing student motivation, and maintaining confidentiality. Skilled in parent-teacher collaboration and employing visual supports, significantly contributing to individual student growth and academic success.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Franklin Board Of Education
09.2003 - 04.2012
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.

Secretary

Hunterdon Developmental Center
08.1981 - 06.2000
  • Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
  • Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
  • Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
  • Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
  • Prepared professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Centenary University
Hackettstown, NJ
05-2002

Skills

  • Group and individual instruction
  • Motivating students
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Parent communications
  • Visual supports
  • Cognitive and behavioral development

Certification

NJ General Education K-8 Teaching Certificate

NJ Teacher of the Handicapped K-12


Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Franklin Board Of Education
09.2003 - 04.2012

Secretary

Hunterdon Developmental Center
08.1981 - 06.2000

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Centenary University
Darlene Wilcox-Smith