Nicole Funk
Schenectady,New York
Summary
Experienced education professional with strong ability to adapt and support diverse student needs. Proven expertise in implementing individualized learning plans and fostering inclusive environments. Strong focus on collaboration, achieving measurable results, and effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues. Skilled in behavior management, curriculum development, and integrating assistive technologies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Galway Central School District
09.2015 - Current
- Provide Special Class (12:1:2) services for identified students in grades K-3.
- Provided Integrated Co-teaching services to identified students in Kindergarten.
- Elementary Special Education Department Leader
- Participate in Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) to Committee on Special Education (CSE) transition meetings to determine eligibility of special education services in Kindergarten.
- Volunteer at school and district wide events
- Serve on school and district level committees
- Provide Academic Intervention Services for identified students in small groups after school.
- Provide Extended School Year (ESY) Services to identified students during the summer months.
Special Education Teacher
South Colonie Central School District
07.2015 - 08.2015
- Provided Extended School Year (ESY) services in a 12:1:4 Self-contained classroom for grades K-2 at Forest Park Elementary School.
Permanent Building Substitute Teacher
Albany City School District
09.2014 - 06.2015
- Arbor Hill Elementary
- Out of School Suspension District Tutor
- In School Suspension Teacher
- Substituted for all building teachers and staff
- Participated in professional development opportunities
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and fellow staff members, contributing to a supportive school community.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive and focused learning environment for all students.
Special Education Teacher
South Colonie Central School District
07.2014 - 08.2014
- Provided Extended School Year (ESY) Instruction in a 12:1:4 Self-Contained placement for grades K-2 at Forest Park Elementary School.
Special Education Teacher
South Colonie Central School District
02.2014 - 05.2014
- Provided Direct and Indirect Consultant Teacher Services as well as Resource Program Services for identified students in grades K-2 at Veeder Elementary School while their assigned teacher was out on Maternity leave.
Special Education Teacher
Guilderland Central School District
09.2013 - 10.2013
- Provided Resource Program Services and Direct Consultant Teacher services for identified students in grades K-3 at Westmere Elementary School while their assigned teacher was out on Maternity leave.
Special Education Teacher
Schenectaday City School District
03.2013 - 06.2013
- Provided Resource Program Services for identified students in grades K-4 at Van Corlear Elementary School.
Special Education Teacher
Schalmont Central School District
09.2012 - 11.2012
- Provided Indirect Consultant Teacher Services as well as Special Class (15:1) Services in Reading and Math for identified students in grades 5-6 at Schalmont Middle School while their assigned teacher was out on Maternity Leave.
Special Education Teacher
South Colonie Central School District
03.2011 - 06.2011
- Provided Direct Consultant Teacher Services as well as Resource Program Services for identified students in grades 6 at Lisha Kill Middle School while their assigned teacher was out on Maternity leave.
Education
Masters of Science - Literacy Specialist Birth-6
The College of Saint Rose
Albany, New York08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Special Education/ Elementary Education (1-6) with a concentration in Biology
The College of Saint Rose
Albany, New York05.2007
Skills
- IEP development and implementation
- Progress monitoring
- Assessment administration
- Data driven decision making
- Parent communications
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Multitasking Abilities
- Paraprofessional oversight and training
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time management abilities
Certification
- NYS Professional Certification in Early Childhood, Birth - Grade 2
- NYS Professional Certification in Students with Disabilities, Birth-Grade 2
- NYS Professional Certification in Literacy Specialist, Birth-6
- NYS Professional Certification in Childhood Education, Grades 1-6
- NYS Professional Certification in Students with Disabilities, Grades 1-6
- NYS Professional Certification in Students with Disabilities, All Grades
Volunteer Experience
- Bethel Full Gospel Church, Rotterdam, NY 2015 - Present
Assisted with special event & programs, Sunday School Teacher.
- GSNENY, Rotterdam, NY, 2012 - 2016
Girl Scout Troop Leader, Service Unit New Leader Mentor, Service Unit Encampment Director
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Galway Central School District
09.2015 - Current
Special Education Teacher
South Colonie Central School District
07.2015 - 08.2015
Permanent Building Substitute Teacher
Albany City School District
09.2014 - 06.2015
Special Education Teacher
South Colonie Central School District
07.2014 - 08.2014
Special Education Teacher
South Colonie Central School District
02.2014 - 05.2014
Special Education Teacher
Guilderland Central School District
09.2013 - 10.2013
Special Education Teacher
Schenectaday City School District
03.2013 - 06.2013
Special Education Teacher
Schalmont Central School District
09.2012 - 11.2012
Special Education Teacher
South Colonie Central School District
03.2011 - 06.2011
- NYS Professional Certification in Early Childhood, Birth - Grade 2
- NYS Professional Certification in Students with Disabilities, Birth-Grade 2
- NYS Professional Certification in Literacy Specialist, Birth-6
- NYS Professional Certification in Childhood Education, Grades 1-6
- NYS Professional Certification in Students with Disabilities, Grades 1-6
- NYS Professional Certification in Students with Disabilities, All Grades
Masters of Science - Literacy Specialist Birth-6
The College of Saint Rose
Bachelor of Science - Special Education/ Elementary Education (1-6) with a concentration in Biology
The College of Saint Rose
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