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Nicole Mann

York,PA

Summary

Versatile Special Education Teacher with experience in various areas of special education as well as with multiple age groups. Resilient with challenges that are associated with teaching students with emotional and behavioral needs as well as with language needs. Advocate for students and families that need support in the general education setting and in the community. Extensive experience in creating individualized academic instruction based on students' needs and skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Roosevelt School District 66
07.2018 - 05.2024
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs and led IEP meetings consisting of the student, family, and staff members.
  • Applied instructional knowledge and methods to support individual student goals.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of social and emotional learning and differentiated instruction.
  • Modified general education curriculum for students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Built strong relationships with parents and guardians by maintaining daily or weekly communication to ensure trust and efficacy of student progress.
  • Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
  • Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Organized and led professional development sessions for colleagues on inclusive education strategies, improving school-wide support for students with disabilities.
  • Supported with training teachers on how to utilize data from student assessments to tailor instruction, resulting in more effective learning outcomes.
  • Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
  • Mentored new teachers on classroom structure and management strategies

Special Education Teacher

Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12
08.2017 - 07.2018
  • Developed and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying effective methods to support each individual student.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and social emotional learning.
  • Modified general education curriculum for students varying from grades nine through twelve.
  • Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
  • Provided a classroom environment where students were encouraged to take ownership of their learning and progress.
  • Created culturally responsive classroom environment, acknowledging and celebrating diversity among students.
  • Promoted self-advocacy and independence in students by teaching decision making strategies
  • Guided students through transition planning processes, preparing them for post-secondary education and employment opportunities.
  • Helped students integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.

Special Education Teacher

Roosevelt School District 66
07.2013 - 05.2016
  • Designed individualized lesson plans for students based on their academic needs and IEP goals).
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Organized field trips and community-based experiences for Title 1 students so that students had opportunities to enhance their understanding of real-world experiences.
  • Implemented individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs including language and behavioral needs.
  • Created a culturally responsive and warm classroom environment, acknowledging and celebrating diversity among all students.

Education

M.Ed. - Special Education

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
12-2011

Bachelor of Arts - English

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Shippensburg, PA
06-2006

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Classroom management
  • Developing and implementing Individualized Education Plans based on data, team feedback, and students' needs
  • Small group instruction
  • Relationship building
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Inclusion strategies
  • Social and Emotional learning instruction with "The Leader in Me" curriculum
  • Instructional strategies for students with academic needs
  • Behavior intervention planning
  • Literacy intervention specifically with research-based phonics programs
  • Trauma informed instruction

Accomplishments

  • Trained fellow teachers on the procedures for completing and implementing Individual Education Plans.
  • Achieved "The Leader in me Lighthouse status" by implementing the core habits curriculum school wide
  • Collaborated with other teachers and special education staff in the development of a child study team.
  • Child study team leader for implementing interventions and data tracking for students recommended for initial IEPs or special education

Certification

Special Education, Kindergarten-twelfth grades

Structured English Immersion certified

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Roosevelt School District 66
07.2018 - 05.2024

Special Education Teacher

Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12
08.2017 - 07.2018

Special Education Teacher

Roosevelt School District 66
07.2013 - 05.2016

M.Ed. - Special Education

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Arts - English

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

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