Michelle Reynolds

• Develops lesson plans and delivers small group instruction
• Provides in class support for students in need of specially designed instruction and co-regulation
• Explicitly teaches students the language of the nervous system, provides co-regulation, and teaches regulation strategies (Applied Educational Neuroscience (AEN)
• Works collaboratively with grade level partners to implement effective learning activities and assessments
• Assesses skill level of students, aligning classroom goals and activities to established areas of student need and state standards
• Develops, implements and progress monitors individual education plans (IEP) goals
• Collaborates with upper administration to share neuroscience aligned and trauma accommodating research, resources, and training

• Collaboratively planned and managed instructional programs designed to meet individual needs of students with specific learning disabilities and emotional disabilities
• Worked collaboratively with grade level partners and related services providers to implement effective learning activities and assessments
• Assessed skill level of students, aligning classroom goals and activities to established areas of student need and state standards
• Developed, implemented and progress monitored individual education plans (IEP) goals for students grades 6-8
• Worked collaboratively with school psychologist and IEP team to conduct triennial data reviews
• Piloted Applied Educational Neuroscience Curriculum
• Successfully wrote grants for Brain-Aligned Pilot Programs (Improv Theatre & Yoga)

• Provided specially designed instruction and case managed neurodiverse students with complex learning and behavioral needs
• Provided direct instruction in areas of reading, math, writing, social skills, executive functioning, and augmentative communication (face to face and virtually)
• Worked collaboratively with grade level partners, support staff, related services providers, and program specialists to discuss programming, progress and interventions for students with complex learning needs

• Provided specially designed instruction and case managed neurodiverse students with complex learning and behavioral needs
• Delivered specially designed instruction in areas of reading, math, writing, behavior/social skills, and executive functioning
• Worked closely under guidance of Behavior Analyst, Principal, and Special Education Director to establish protocols, procedures, and interventions for students with complex behavioral needs

• Worked collaboratively with grade level teachers and related services therapists to provide special education support and services to students within general education classroom
• Differentiated, modified, and adapted general education curriculum and classroom-based assessments
• Created and maintained online learning platforms to provide digital preview, review, and practice opportunities for grade level curriculum and study skills
• Served on school MTSS team to develop and monitor interventions for general education students
• Provided ongoing training for personalized learning programs

Special Education Liaison

• LEA Designee: Served as LEA Designee for IEP meetings , collaborated with building principal and district administrators to oversee special education services and compliance for over 100 students of high and low incidence disabilities
• PASA Coordinator: Responsible for registration, verification, distribution, and mailing of state assessments
• Transportation Coordinator : Responsible for maintenance of route sheets for students K-8. Point of contact for parents and district transportation personnel
• Compliance: Oversaw monthly file reviews of Special Education records, completed monthly reports to be submitted to PDE. Collaborated with District Office to prepare for December 1rst Child Count
• Due Process/Litigation: Compiled, organized and submitted Special Education files, electronic correspondence, and student portfolios for pre-hearing conferences and due process hearings

Life Skills Support Teacher

• Provided specially designed instruction utilizing evidence-based mathematics, reading, and writing programs
• Taught Functional Academic Skills, which were utilized to real life situations during community-based instruction (CBI)

John Marshall Elementary School

• Multi-grade Classroom Teacher, serving students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Intellectual Disabilities
• Collaborated with students, parents, special education teachers, instructional assistants, and administrators to prepare students to achieve independence across settings
• Adapted and modified general education curriculum
• Provided direct instruction in reading and math using research-based programs (SRA)
• Worked collaboratively with classroom staff of one Instructional Assistant, Therapeutic Support Workers and Personal Nurses

• Facilitated needs on project basis, for managers of ACCESS Grant (Medicaid reimbursements for IEP medically necessary health-related services)
• Conducted district wide professional development trainings for IEP writing and ACCESSS billing software

• Facilitated needs on project basis for Regional Director of Special Education overseeing programs and services at over 40 district schools, private placements, and juvenile detention centers

• Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
• Organized classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
• Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce academic, social and communication skills.