Michelle A Starzyk
Milwaukee,USA
Summary
Master's degree Early Childhood Special Education teacher with 30+ years of dedication to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
Experienced with developing and implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs. Utilizes effective behavior management techniques to create positive and inclusive classroom environment. Track record of collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support student success and development.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EC Itinerant Special Education Teacher
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
09.2020 - Current
- Develop IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Create and manage IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modify general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Coordinate with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Foster strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Evaluate student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Travel to MPS schools without EC Sped. units/Non-MPS EC programs to implement services based on Individual Educational Plans (IEP's).
EC Special Education Resource Teacher - Lowell
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
01.2013 - 06.2020
- Participated in the development and implementation of IEP plans for students on my caseload, executed in the regular education setting.
- Worked with Speech/Language Pathologist and Occupational Therapist to implement their services within the K4 and K5 classroom lessons and activities.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to modify curriculum materials, ensuring accessibility for all learners in an inclusive setting.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and IEP objectives to ensure compliance with federal regulations and school district policies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Created daily schedules for CHA's/Paraprofessionals to assist in support of student IEP's
EC Special Education Resource Teacher - 68th/81st
Milwaukee Public Schools
09.2009 - 06.2013
- Case Manager for creating and implementing Individual Educational Plan (IEP) for students on caseload. Meeting state, district, and compliance timelines.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lessons.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, promoting a well-rounded education for all students.
- Facilitated differentiated instruction by providing a variety of resources tailored to meet each student''s unique needs and abilities.
- Guided CHA's and Paraprofessionals in daily schedules/interactions with students on caseload.
- Planned Special Education Parent Nights
EC Special Education Resource Teacher - Townsend
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
09.1995 - 06.2009
- Appointed Team Chairperson to lead development and implementation of individualized educational plans with Parents, teachers, and administrators.
- Provide a clear, consistent structure for the classroom that ensures that the academic, social, and emotional needs or each student are met within the guidelines of the IEP.
- Taught students in self-contained and resource environments.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss students'' needs, share insights, and develop effective intervention plans aligned with their unique strengths and challenges.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and creating a safe learning environment where they could thrive academically and emotionally.
- Provided ongoing communication with parents/guardians regarding students'' progress, goals, and achievements in a timely manner.
- Established a collaborative atmosphere by working closely with paraprofessionals who provided additional support during instruction time or one-on-one sessions as needed.
Education
M.Ed. - Early Childhood Exceptional Education
Cardinal Stritch University
Milwaukee, WI01.1995
B.S. - Speech Pathology and Audiology
Illinois State University
Normal, IL01.1991
Skills
- Specially deigned instructional strategies
- Create tailored education plans aligned with state standards
- Effective team collaboration
- Data management
- Parent communication
- Scheduling proficiency
- De-escalation techniques
- Visual supports
- Assistive technology
Certification
WI DPI 808 EC/EEN
Training
- Neurodivergent Learners
- Embedding SDI and Formative Assessment Connected to Standards and Learning Progressions
- LETRS Training
- Aimsweb Screener
- Brigance Screener
- Counting Collections
- HMH
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- SCERTS Training
- Journeys training
- Handwriting Without Tears
- Love and Logic
- Frog Street
RELATED EXPERIENCE
- Milwaukee Public Schools
- Townsend Street Elementary School, Milwaukee, WI 1994 to 1995
- Paraprofessional – Assisted in the development of implementation of lesson plans and other duties as assigned by teachers and administrators.
- Townsend Street Elementary School, Milwaukee, WI 1993 to 1994
- Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant – Assisted with strategic comprehensive behavioral management plans with teachers, aides, and parents.
Timeline
EC Itinerant Special Education Teacher
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
09.2020 - Current
EC Special Education Resource Teacher - Lowell
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
01.2013 - 06.2020
EC Special Education Resource Teacher - 68th/81st
Milwaukee Public Schools
09.2009 - 06.2013
EC Special Education Resource Teacher - Townsend
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
09.1995 - 06.2009
B.S. - Speech Pathology and Audiology
Illinois State University
M.Ed. - Early Childhood Exceptional Education
Cardinal Stritch University
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