MONICA MOSCILLO
Concord,NH
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with a focus on individual student needs across academic, social, emotional and physical development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on, trans-disciplinary lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Parker Academy
Concord, NH
03.2022 - Current
- Taught reading, language arts and social sciences in self-contained ED and LD classroom to middle and high school aged students
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neuro-diverse students.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Partnered with 3 general education teachers from across academic departments.
Site Director
Granite State YMCA
Concord, NH
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Established and optimized program schedules to cover planned needs while capitalizing on opportunities to improve student learning
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Collaborated on strategies to enhance student learning and behavior alongside parents and teaching staff.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices
- Managed program paperwork and 30 child records to comply with state requirements
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children
- Oversaw safety requirements, inspection and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review
- Supervised 3 childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training
Special Education Teacher
Chester Academy
Chester, NH
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized curriculum focused on areas for improvement.
- Led recreational activities for enhanced student outcomes
- Implemented physical therapy to support student's improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery
- Taught students to cook meals and assisted students with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition
- Assisted students in completing daily living activities, running errands and household chores
- Administered medication as directed by physician
Special Education Teacher
Billerica Public Schools
Billerica, MA
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Coordinated 18 special education students and 4 teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Modified general education curriculum for 18 students with special needs using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
Weekend Scheduler
Senior Helpers
Westford, MA
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Processed and approved all scheduling changes to executive calendars.
- Assisted staff members during emergency situations while maintaining professionalism and observational skills.
- Acted as first point of contact and set appointments for prospective clients.
- Handled complaints and questions, and re-directed calls to other team members as appropriate.
- Established and maintained client rapport by utilizing quality customer service.
- Addressed client inquiries and updated database information.
- Entered daily data in computer systems and documented office activities.
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships
Residential Counselor
Littleton Academy
Littleton, MA
07.2019 - 10.2019
- Enforced policies and safety standards through building and room rounds.
- Provided swift and knowledgeable emergency support in line with campus crisis protocols.
- Conducted daily welfare checks on 16 residents and coordinated with facility staff to meet all resident needs.
- Supported personal needs of residents dealing with diverse conditions.
- Communicated behavior choices to residents by outlining positive and negative consequences of choices.
- Resolved conflicts by performing in-time crisis intervention and enforcing discipline and behavior metrics.
- Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal and social skills.
Special Education Teacher
Jefferson Rehabilitation Center
Watertown, New York
11.2016 - 06.2017
- Modified general education curriculum for 26 students with special needs based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies.
- Identified early warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to evaluate children's progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and the student's interdisciplinary team.
- Used classroom observations to create written assessments of student performance and develop Individualized Education Plans (IEP).
- Communicated both verbally and nonverbally with children to provide them with comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
Early Intervention and Special Education Case Manager
Jefferson Rehabilitation Center
Watertown, New York
07.2016 - 11.2016
- Managed high-volume caseload of about 100 students.
- Facilitated on-going assessments of student/family needs and implementation of interdisciplinary team care plan.
- Cooperated with parents to support students' learning and healthy development in school and at home.
- Counseled parents to help them understand and manage developmental delays.
- Consulted and collaborated with highly skilled teachers and therapists.
- Demonstrated clear written and oral communications skills when working with educational and medical professionals, caregivers, and students.
Senior Mechanic
US Army
Fort Drum, New York
04.2007 - 10.2015
- Supervised operation and organizational maintenance of specialized equipment.
- Trained and instructed 15 subordinates and supported 5 units on a variety of tasks to ensure mission success.
- Coordinated training schedules and filed crucial administrative paperwork.
Department Supervisor
Michael's Arts and Crafts Store
Coppell, Texas
07.2004 - 04.2007
- Actively suggested operational improvements to enhance quality, improve production times and reduce costs.
- Developed production tracking and quality control systems, analyzing production, quality control, maintenance and other operational reports, to detect production problems.
- Conducted interviews of potential employees and quarterly reviews of employed personnel.
- Enforced safety regulations and company policies.
Education
Master of Science - Inclusive and Special Education, Childhood Education
State University of New York At Potsdam
Potsdam, NY06.2017
Master of Science - Childhood Education
State University of New York At Potsdam
Potsdam, NY06.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, NJ06.2014
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
Thomas Edison State College
Trenton, NJ05.2013
Skills
- Relationship development
- Classroom management
- Project Based Learning
- Student-Centered Learning
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED Certified
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Differentiated Instruction
- Learning Style Assessment
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention Trained
- Student Records Management
- Program Development and Management
Affiliations
Kappa Delta Pi
Hobbies
- Gardening
- Hiking
- Camping
- Crafting
- DIY Projects
- Fishing
- Archery
- Kayaking
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Parker Academy
03.2022 - Current
Site Director
Granite State YMCA
09.2021 - 03.2022
Special Education Teacher
Chester Academy
08.2020 - 08.2021
Weekend Scheduler
Senior Helpers
07.2019 - 05.2020
Residential Counselor
Littleton Academy
07.2019 - 10.2019
Special Education Teacher
Billerica Public Schools
08.2017 - 06.2020
Special Education Teacher
Jefferson Rehabilitation Center
11.2016 - 06.2017
Early Intervention and Special Education Case Manager
Jefferson Rehabilitation Center
07.2016 - 11.2016
Senior Mechanic
US Army
04.2007 - 10.2015
Department Supervisor
Michael's Arts and Crafts Store
07.2004 - 04.2007
Master of Science - Inclusive and Special Education, Childhood Education
State University of New York At Potsdam
Master of Science - Childhood Education
State University of New York At Potsdam
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Thomas Edison State University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
Thomas Edison State College
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