Myra McCowan
Cherry Hill,NJ
Summary
Special education professional with proven track record of fostering inclusive learning environments and implementing effective instructional strategies. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and achieving positive educational outcomes, adaptable to changing classroom dynamics. Skilled in behavior management, curriculum development, and student advocacy, bringing reliability and flexibility to role.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
The Bancroft School
05.2022 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Implemented individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs, ensuring personalized support.
To Obtain a Supervisor Certificate
Rowan University
08.2025 - 05.2026
Orton- Gillingham Teacher Trainer
Burlington Children's Dyslexia Center
01.2010 - 05.2022
- Train teachers in the art, science and practice of multi-sensory tutoring children using the Orton-Gillingham approach to multisensory teaching of reading, spelling, and writing.
- Worked closely with Orton-Gillingham scholars to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete lesson plans, assignments, and quizzes.
- Established and maintained a positive learning environment for students and scholars.
Special Education Teacher
The Newgrange School
09.2009 - 05.2021
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals for 21 years.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
Education
Orton- Gillingham Teacher Trainer - Dyslexia Specialist
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, NJMaster of Education - Special Education: Cross Categorical
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ09.2009
Orton Gillingham Teachers - Dyslexia Teacher
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, NJ12.2008
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Blue Mountain College
Blue Mountain, MS05.2000
Skills
- Reading and teaching
- Teacher Support
- Supervision
- Teamwork
- Orton Gillingham expertise
- Summer School Teacher
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Relationship building
- Collaborative teamwork
- Behavior intervention plans
- Social skills training
- Augmentative communication
Certification
- B.S in Elementary Teacher K-6
- Instructional- Students with Disabilities
- MA in Special Education Training
Timeline
To Obtain a Supervisor Certificate
Rowan University
08.2025 - 05.2026
Special Education Teacher
The Bancroft School
05.2022 - Current
Orton- Gillingham Teacher Trainer
Burlington Children's Dyslexia Center
01.2010 - 05.2022
Special Education Teacher
The Newgrange School
09.2009 - 05.2021
Master of Education - Special Education: Cross Categorical
Grand Canyon University
Orton Gillingham Teachers - Dyslexia Teacher
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Blue Mountain College
Orton- Gillingham Teacher Trainer - Dyslexia Specialist
Fairleigh Dickinson University
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