Michelle Banome
Yonkers,NY
Summary
Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion. Organized Special Education Teacher successful at providing classroom and emotional structure for special needs children required to flourish in academic setting. Certified and licensed in New York and recognized as highly qualified educator. Coordinates well with classroom teachers with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
New York Department Of Education
09.2013 - Current
- 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.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
Special Education Teacher, Early Intervention
TheraCare Of New York
09.2003 - 08.2013
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, using data analysis tools to inform ongoing instructional planning and decisionmaking.
Education
Master of Science -
College of New Rochelle
New Rochelle, NY08.2001
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Iona College
New Rochelle, NY08.2000
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Small Group Instruction
Certification
Special Education N-12
Elementary Education N-6
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
New York Department Of Education
09.2013 - Current
Special Education Teacher, Early Intervention
TheraCare Of New York
09.2003 - 08.2013
Master of Science -
College of New Rochelle
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Iona College
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