Nancy Cash

My primary responsibility is planning and providing direct educational and vocational training to individuals with developmental disabilities in the home, educational, vocational and community setting. I am responsible for designing specific activities and teaching opportunities related to personal goals and objectives identified at each resident's Person Centered Planning meeting. I am responsible identifying, writing, implementing and integrating training programs and activities addressing skills in the areas of self-determination, fine and gross motor skills, positioning, eating, assistive technology, domestic/self-care, such as personal hygiene, dressing, cooking, eating, and clothing care; leisure, such as use of vending machines, group games, and individual hobbies; pro-social/communications, such as appropriate interaction skills, expressive communication skills and receptive language; vocations such as supported work, housekeeping skills, simple clerical work and community skills, community transition skills, such as restaurant skills, seat belt usage, and purchasing skills; and functional academics, such as time telling, money knowledge, and sight word recognition.

• Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
• Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating engaging visual aids and interactive activities.
• Provided constructive feedback on assignments and exams, guiding students toward academic success.
• Developed comprehensive curriculum plans, ensuring alignment with state standards and promoting student achievement.
• Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
• Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
• Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
• Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
• Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
• Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance and support during their transition into the profession.
• Maintained accurate records of student attendance, performance, and growth to inform instructional decisions and report to administrators.