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MICHELLE GARRIDO

Nanuet,NY

Summary

LITERACY SPECIALIST AND SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER Accomplished reading specialist and special education teacher with 18 years of experience. Self-starter with strong organizational and time management skills. Equipped with a diverse toolkit of capabilities, from unparalleled communication and empathy to exceptional organizational and leadership skills. Proficient in multisensory reading techniques, supporting students with various challenges. Skilled in working with students that require a high degree of communication, innovation, and strategic thinking. Experience with curriculum development, assessment design, and educational technology integration. Conducts educational assessments and specializes in Behavior Intervention Plans. Knowledgeable in 504 Law and Special Education Laws, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

MULTISENSORY LITERACY SPECIALIST | SPECIAL EDUCATOR | ADVOCATE FOR THE SCIENCE OF LEARNING

Central Elementary School, Glen Rock New Jersey 2018-Present

Resource Room, K-5 Resource Room Reading
01.2018 - Current
  • Uses diagnostic testing to identify students at risk for Language-based reading disabilities
  • Provides scientifically research-based specialized instruction driven by the goals and objectives contained within each student's Individualized Education Program
  • Provides intensive remediation using the Wilson Reading System and Orton-Gillingham approaches to include systematic and explicit instruction
  • Develops IEP's stating each child's present level of functioning, objectives methods/materials used to meet those objectives, and procedures and schedules for determining when objectives are met
  • Assists parents with understanding and supporting educational objectives, learning expectations and behavioral standards.

Oradell Elementary School, Oradell New Jersey 2007-2017

Resource Room/In-Class Support Special Education Teacher (Kindergarten/2nd Grade)
  • Provide both direct instruction and in-class instructional support to students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment
  • Support regular education classroom teachers and instructional support staff with specialized teaching strategies to help children with special needs.

Oradell Elementary School, Oradell New Jersey 2007-2017

Self Contained- LLD Teacher (Kindergarten-2nd Grade)
01.2007 - 01.2017
  • Successfully integrated related services, including: Occupational Therapy, Speech/Language Therapy and Behavioral Therapy, to occur in the classroom in the context of ongoing routines and academic activities
  • Planned, developed and provided regular ongoing professional development for both instructional aides and certified staff
  • Established and maintained student scheduling, including related services and mainstreaming abilities for students to be included in the least restrictive environment with their non-disabled peers
  • Implemented a research based Yoga program, Get Ready to Learn, with support of the Physical and Occupational Therapists to increase focus, concentration, memory, listening skills while developing self-awareness and a sense of community
  • Worked collaboratively with the Behavioral Specialist to create and implement classroom management plans that created and upheld a positive, academic-focused classroom culture.

Early Intervention Home Provider: Innovative Interventions; Northern Bergen County 2007-2008

01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Enhanced the capacity of families to meet the developmental and health-related needs of children, birth to age three, exhibiting delays or disabilities by providing quality services in the home.

Education

Masters in Early Childhood and Childhood Literacy, Birth-Grade -

Saint Thomas Aquinas College, Sparkhill, NY
01.2018
  • Honors: Graduated Cum Laude
  • GPA: 3.97

B.A., Psychology, Special Education -

Marist College, Poughkeepsie, NY
01.2006
Honors: Graduated Cum Laude

Skills

  • Deep understanding of the importance of the Science of Reading (SOR)
  • Expertise in the following programs: Wilson Reading System, Wilson Fundations, Level PK-3, Wilson Just Words, and Orton Gillingham
  • Deep knowledge of ELA standards, assessments, and instructional implications
  • Experience analyzing data and using it to inform practice
  • Strengths in developing and implementing curriculum materials
  • Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration
  • Creative and strategic thinker in curriculum development
  • Tech-savvy with experience using virtual learning platforms (Schoology, Clever, Google Classroom, etc)
  • Highly organized with a strong attention to detail and excellent follow-through

Websites

Timeline

Central Elementary School, Glen Rock New Jersey 2018-Present - Resource Room, K-5 Resource Room Reading
01.2018 - Current
Oradell Elementary School, Oradell New Jersey 2007-2017 - Self Contained- LLD Teacher (Kindergarten-2nd Grade)
01.2007 - 01.2017
Early Intervention Home Provider: Innovative Interventions; Northern Bergen County 2007-2008 -
01.2007 - 01.2008
MULTISENSORY LITERACY SPECIALIST | SPECIAL EDUCATOR | ADVOCATE FOR THE SCIENCE OF LEARNING -
Oradell Elementary School, Oradell New Jersey 2007-2017 - Resource Room/In-Class Support Special Education Teacher (Kindergarten/2nd Grade)
Saint Thomas Aquinas College - Masters in Early Childhood and Childhood Literacy, Birth-Grade,
Marist College - B.A., Psychology, Special Education,

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