Michael Cain
Walnut Creek,CA
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with a focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Oakland Military Institute
Oakland, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Created and managed IEP's to define students learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support IEP goals.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Support students across multiple classifications and degrees of special and regular needs.
Special Education Teacher
San Francisco Unified School District
San Francisco, CA
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Create and manage IEP's to define students learning objective and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified General Education curriculum for special needs students using various instructional and differentiated techniques and technologies for student's understanding and comprehension.
- Deliver effective and differentiated classroom instruction to a range of General and Special Needs students.
Special Education Teacher
Department Of Education NYC
Marine Park JHS/IS 278 Brooklyn, New York
09.2020 - 06.2023
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Coordinated with General Education Teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Special Education Teacher
Department Of Education NYC
Academy For Careers In Television And Film HS, NY
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Coordinated with General Education Teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
NYC Teaching Collaborative
Department Of Education NY
Department Of Education NY Brooklyn, NY
02.2018 - 05.2021
- Participated in a rigorous training program that focuses on the feedback and practice-based learning.
- Taught different techniques regarding classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
- Taught and Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Received field training in a specialized program serving high needs Special Education Students both Inclusive, and ICT General Education classrooms.
Substitute Teacher
Department Of Education NYC
Various Schools Throughout Brooklyn, NY
02.2017 - 06.2018
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education Mild - Moderate 7-12
Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY12.2021
Skills
- Articulate and well-spoken
- Creative problem solver
- Critical thinker
- Strong work ethic
- IEP Development
- Faculty Collaboration
- Co-teaching Experience
- Results-oriented
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Oakland Military Institute
08.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
San Francisco Unified School District
01.2023 - 07.2023
Special Education Teacher
Department Of Education NYC
09.2020 - 06.2023
Special Education Teacher
Department Of Education NYC
09.2019 - 06.2020
NYC Teaching Collaborative
Department Of Education NY
02.2018 - 05.2021
Substitute Teacher
Department Of Education NYC
02.2017 - 06.2018
Master of Science - Special Education Mild - Moderate 7-12
Brooklyn College