Miranda Parisi
HELENA,Montana
Summary
Talented Special Education Teacher focused on meeting student academic and emotional needs. Compassionate and caring in delivery of personalized, hands-on support and lessons targeted to specific learning needs and strengths. Leverages strong communication skills and patient nature to provide positive reinforcement in team-based, structured environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Helena School District #1
Helena, MT
08.2015 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Served as an advocate for special education students within the school system.
- Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
- Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
- Encouraged student empathy of others to build confidence and improve self-image.
- Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
- Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
- Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
- Utilized technology resources such as online programs and assistive devices.
- Enhanced students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills through hands-on activities.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
RMDC Head Start Collaboration Teacher
Rocky Mountain Develpment Council
Helena, MT
08.2010 - 06.2015
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
- Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
- Prepared and presented lesson plans in academic subjects using traditional and modern teaching techniques.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates, and grading.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Special Education Teacher, Clinical Internship
University of Montana Missoula
Helena, MT
09.2014 - 05.2015
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
Silver Linings Inc. Manager
Hollyann Frisch
Helena, MT
08.2009 - 08.2013
- Collaborated with managed care and insurance agencies to discuss data support medical necessity of services.
- Participated in community events designed to increase awareness about ASD and its effects on individuals and families.
- Tracked student data related to goals and objectives outlined within IEPs.
- Reviewed current literature related to ASD research and applied relevant findings into practice when appropriate.
- Worked collaboratively with physical therapists and occupational therapists to ensure successful integration of therapy into classroom activities.
- Communicated regularly with families regarding their child's progress and discussed any concerns they may have had.
- Assisted in creating lesson plans that incorporated sensory integration activities into everyday curriculum.
- Attended professional development sessions related to Autism Spectrum Disorder best practices.
- Implemented various instructional approaches including visual supports, positive behavioral interventions and supports, functional behavior assessments, discrete trial training, task analyses, and errorless learning principles.
Paraeducator, Special Education
Helena School District #1
Helena, MT
12.2011 - 06.2012
- Organized classroom materials and resources to facilitate an effective learning environment.
- Facilitated group activities designed to promote communication, problem solving, self-advocacy and independent living skills among special needs students.
- Encouraged participation from all students by using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students with disabilities, helping them learn basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to create differentiated assignments that addressed the varied abilities of all learners.
- Administered various assessment tools such as standardized tests or informal observations.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to special education topics such as autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
- Assisted in developing behavior management plans that addressed the specific needs of each student.
Student Teacher/Clancy Elementary School
University of Montana Missoula
Clancy, MT
08.2009 - 06.2010
- Evaluated student work, provided feedback, and tracked their progress over time.
- Collaborated with teacher to plan and achieve instructional goals and objectives.
- Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
- Developed deeper understanding of teaching strategies with increasing responsibility for student learning.
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage students in the learning process.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement.
- Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities.
- Encouraged positive relationships between students by promoting collaboration within groups.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction/Special Education
The University of Montana
Missoula, MT02-2015
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
The University of Montana
Missoula, MT06-2009
Skills
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Material Selection
- Behavior Modifications
- Job Readiness Training
- Motivating Students
- Data Management
- Instructional Strategies
- Social Skills Development
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
- Parent Communication
- Cognitive and Behavioral Development
- Excellent Classroom Management
- De-Escalation Techniques
- American Sign Language
- Special Education
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Helena School District #1
08.2015 - Current
Special Education Teacher, Clinical Internship
University of Montana Missoula
09.2014 - 05.2015
Paraeducator, Special Education
Helena School District #1
12.2011 - 06.2012
RMDC Head Start Collaboration Teacher
Rocky Mountain Develpment Council
08.2010 - 06.2015
Silver Linings Inc. Manager
Hollyann Frisch
08.2009 - 08.2013
Student Teacher/Clancy Elementary School
University of Montana Missoula
08.2009 - 06.2010
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction/Special Education
The University of Montana
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
The University of Montana
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