Nayiah Boyd
Springfield,MA
Summary
Compassionate special education teacher known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in creating adaptive learning strategies, behavior management techniques, and individualized education plans tailored to each student's unique needs. Excel in communication, patience, and empathy, ensuring effective collaboration with parents, colleagues, and multidisciplinary teams to support student success. I have several years of experience teaching mentally disabled students in contained classroom. I employ a variety of instructional techniques and strategies aligned with instructional objectives to meet the needs of all students. All while enforcing classroom rules to encourage positive behavior.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Springfield Public Schools, Massachusetts
Springfield, MA
09.2021 - Current
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district-wide assessments.
- Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
- Encouraged students' empathy for others to build confidence and improve self-image.
- Developed and maintained individualized, skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
- Advocated for the needs of students with disabilities.
- Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
- Developed IEPs to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
- Assist students with postsecondary transitioning as they prepare for life after their high school career.
- Works with an IEP team to help students with their long-term life plans, and actively supports their needs to achieve set goals.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
Executive Director
Peaceful Roots Inc.
Springfield, MA
06.2020 - 09.2021
- Built referral pipeline by remaining active with community, establishing referral networks and resources.
- Fostered collaboration and development of new practices by business leaders.
- Established excellent relationships with residents and family members by proactively identifying problems and acting appropriately to garner resident engagement and satisfaction.
- Shared mission of organization with public through successful community outreach and marketing strategies.
- Cultivated positive corporate image by developing partnerships with media, business and community groups.
Social Justice Intern
Arise for Social Justice
Springfield, MA
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Taught youth how to drive discussion and promote change through various channels.
- Collected input from diverse individuals and formed cohesive opinion positions.
- Advocated for youth expression reform across underfunded neighborhoods area.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child Psychology
Bay Path University
Longmeadow, MA05.2021
Skills
- Social skills development
- Individualized education programs
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum development
- Collaborative teaching
- IEP implementation
- Co-teaching experience
- Lesson planning
- Small group instruction
- Autism spectrum
- Skills development
- Behavioral/cognitive skills development
- Parent communications
- Team leadership
- Goal setting
- Leading team meetings
Affiliations
- Men's Mental Wellness Day
- Pt. 2 Black Wall Street Protest
- Black Wall Street Protest
- Yoniversal Bloom (Women's Wellness Day)
- Arise for Social Justice Youth Creative Arts Program
Accomplishments
- Dean's List Spring of 2018
Certification
- Students with Moderate Disability 8-12 License
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Springfield Public Schools, Massachusetts
09.2021 - Current
Social Justice Intern
Arise for Social Justice
01.2021 - 05.2021
Executive Director
Peaceful Roots Inc.
06.2020 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Child Psychology
Bay Path University
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