Mollie Ribar
Livonia,MI
Summary
Dedicated education professional with nine years of experience in fostering inclusive learning environments, particularly in autism education. Proven ability to organize engaging educational experiences that promote both enjoyment and learning for students. Recognized for strong communication skills and exceptional problem-solving abilities, contributing to collaborative team efforts that achieve meaningful educational outcomes. Committed to enhancing the overall experience for students and the school community through patience and persistence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Autism Teacher
South Redford School District
Redford, MI
09.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with autism.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adapt instructional strategies.
- Utilized behavior management techniques to promote positive social interactions among students.
- Trained and mentored new staff in autism-specific teaching methodologies and classroom management strategies.
Special Education Teacher
Plymouth Scholars Charter Academy
Plymouth, MI
01.2021 - Current
- Special education case manager to students with Individualized Education Plans (Kinder-Fourth Grade)
- Providing individualized instruction to students based on their learning needs.
- Progress monitoring students to assess their individualized academic goals, providing specialized instruction to ensure success within the general and special education setting.
- Collaboration with general education teachers, school speech pathologist, occupational therapist, school social worker, hearing consultant, ASD coach, and physical therapist to best support student’s needs.
- Holding annual Individualized Education Plan meetings and ensuring timeline compliance under Michigan Special Education Rules and Procedures.
- Experience working as a team member on the intervention team to support student’s who are at risk academically.
- Summer school experience teaching first grade to students behind grade level.
Student Teacher
Robichaud High School
Dearborn Heights, MI
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Providing hybrid and virtual resource room support for LD students grades 9-12.
- Experience teaching and providing academic support to cognitively impaired students grades 9-12.
- Attending multiple IEP meetings.
- Observing testing being administered such as the WRAT-4.
- Observed transition assessment being administered: ESTR-J.
Behavior Technician
Merakey Autism Center
Dearborn, MI
10.2015 - 12.2020
- Providing one on one applied behavior analysis to individuals on the Autism Spectrum under supervision of a licensed BCBA.
- Providing in therapy services: at location, home based, and through telehealth.
- Experience working in an administrative position assisting with filing, answering business calls, and interacting with client’s family members.
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to support clients' developmental goals.
Student Teacher
Thorne Elementary School
Dearborn Heights, MI
09.2020 - 10.2020
- Creating a reading intervention plan for an LD resource room student.
- Monitoring and accessing student’s growth throughout the six-week student teaching placement.
- Providing modifications and accommodations to LD resource room students as specified in their IEPs.
- Providing virtual resource room support for students during COVID-19 virtual learning.
- Contacting students and their families to make sure support hours were being met.
- Administering accommodations for the NWEA test to students and monitoring students while they took the computer-based test.
Student Teacher
Thorne Elementary School
Dearborn Heights, MI
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Building relationships through rapport among staff, students, and families.
- Creating lesson plans for fourth grade subjects: Reading, Writing, Math, and Science.
- Incorporating technology into lessons.
- Grading assessments and assignments.
- Participating in grade level staff meetings weekly.
- Completing running records with students.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Developed individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
Education
B.A. - Special Education
University of Michigan
Dearborn, MI12-2023
MA - Special Education with a concentration in ASD
Oakland University
Rochester, MISkills
- Excellent time-management
- Problem solving
- Strong teamwork among peers
- Communicating effectively
- Creativity
- Emotional regulation support
- Collaborative teamwork
- Functional communication training
- Parent-teacher collaboration
Accomplishments
- Graduated with Honors, earning a Master’s Degree.
- Crisis Intervention Certified, actively supporting student safety and de-escalation strategies.
- Participated in the “Conquering Dyslexia” book research study, focusing on evidence-based literacy strategies.
- Provided tutoring in math and reading for students across multiple grade levels in general education settings.
- Experienced in supporting English Language Learners (ELL/ESL) by adapting instruction and using differentiated strategies to improve comprehension and academic success.
- Served as Lead Special Education Team Member for two years at Plymouth Scholars Charter Academy, collaborating with staff and families to support student achievement.
- Trained in Augmentative and Alternative Communication technology and devices to support diverse communication and learning needs.
strategies to promote literacy and academic growth.
Certification
- General Education (k-5) through the state of Michigan
- Learning Disabilities (k-12) through the state of Michigan
- Autism Spectrum Disorder through the state of Michigan
- Crisis Intervention Trained and certified
- CPR and First Aid
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Autism Teacher
South Redford School District
09.2024 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Plymouth Scholars Charter Academy
01.2021 - Current
Student Teacher
Robichaud High School
10.2020 - 12.2020
Student Teacher
Thorne Elementary School
09.2020 - 10.2020
Student Teacher
Thorne Elementary School
01.2020 - 04.2020
Behavior Technician
Merakey Autism Center
10.2015 - 12.2020
MA - Special Education with a concentration in ASD
Oakland University
B.A. - Special Education
University of Michigan