Mindy Smith
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Retired teacher seeking part-time substitute teaching work. Special Education Teacher working for many years at Averill Park Central School District, specializing in differentiated instruction and IEP implementation. Demonstrated ability to develop customized curriculum and foster strong relationships with students and families. Known for excellent classroom management and flexibility, adept at enhancing student learning across elementary and high school levels.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Averill Park Central School District
Averill Park, NY
10.1998 - 08.2021
- Instructed special education students in academic, communication, and social skills in small group settings.
- Worked alongside teachers to modify the curriculum and provide strategies to directly support students in general education classrooms.
- Developed and taught a customized curriculum for self-contained special education 9th and 10th grade English classes.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Cultivated strong connections with students and their families.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
State University of New York, University of Albany
Albany, NY08-1998
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education N-6
SUNY, College of Arts And Science At Plattsburgh
Plattsburgh, NY05-1988
Associate of Arts - General Studies
North Country Community College
Saranac Lake, NY05-1992
Skills
- Excellent classroom management
- IEP implementation
- Differentiated instruction
- Taught all grade levels: elementary and high school
- Worked as a substitute teacher for several years before teaching full-time
- Creative
- Flexible
Certification
- University of the State of New York Education Department Public School Teacher Certificate:
- Special Educaton N-21 Permanent 09/01/98
- Elementary Education Nursery, Kindergarten, Grades 1-5. Permanent 09/01/98
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Averill Park Central School District
10.1998 - 08.2021
Master of Science - Special Education
State University of New York, University of Albany
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education N-6
SUNY, College of Arts And Science At Plattsburgh
Associate of Arts - General Studies
North Country Community College
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