NICOLE A. CHIN
Brooklyn
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Coordinator that collaborates with all stakeholders in supporting preschool Special Education program.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Coordinator
NYCDOE
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to develop strategies and interventions tailored to each student''s needs, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Schedule, coordinate and participate on Special Education team, IEP and pre-referral meetings.
- Work closely with families and the CPSE team to address students academic and social-emotional growth.
- Collaborate with teachers, school leaders, and families to analyze and respond to trends in student work samples and assessments and ensure compliance with IEPs.
- Coordinate with student's special education team to ensure all documents are completed in a timely manner (according to state, district and school policies) prior to Annual Meetings.
- Coordinate with special education team to complete quarterly IEP progress reports before submitted to parents/guardians.
- Assist with touring and enrollment for Special Education programs. (SCIS and 12:1:2)
- Establishing and maintaining communication with parents of students in Special Education programs.
- Assist with the enrollment, managing and supervision of NYCDOE Districtwide SEED program.
- Other duties as assigned.
Universal Literacy Coach
NYCDOE
08.2018 - 05.2022
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of literacy improvement action and communicated results to teachers and administrators.
- Assessed literacy needs of school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
- Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and developed action plans in response to determined student needs.
- Provided planned objectives and instruction for struggling elementary readers.
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
- Monitored status of students requiring special attention.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Partnered with Principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Facilitated continued education for teaching staff through implementation of quality curriculum training and appropriation of necessary resources.
- Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
- Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources.
- Collaborated with community program leaders and advocates to make resources accessible to those in need.
- Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
- Provided planned objectives and instruction for struggling readers.
Special Education Teacher
NYCDOE
09.2013 - 06.2018
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Assisted in the creation, implementation and monitoring of Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP) to address social-emotional, behavioral and academic behaviors.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
- Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
ABA Therapist
Right Start INC
05.2012 - Current
- Acquired baseline data and implemented approved programs using behavioral technology appropriately, neutrally and consistently.
- Implemented individualized treatment plans developed by clinical supervisors to serve patients with diverse needs.
- Developed and maintained clear, individualized documentation on each patient.
- Maintained neutrality when supporting patients despite difficult behavior.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans to improve gross and fine motor coordination, movement and functioning of upper extremities.
- Communicated nonverbally with children to provide comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement.
- Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism.
Early Childhood Special Educator
TheraCare
09.2012 - 09.2013
- Conducted early childhood evaluations according to standards and timeframe requested.
- Developed and implemented plan of care that specified child's goals and interventions.
- Communicated and collaborated with other multidisciplinary team members to support students.
- Established safe play environment for students.
- Engaged students with specialized play and educational activities to boost learning.
- Monitored and tracked progress towards goals of as outlined on IEP.
- Developed and taught engaging and developmentally appropriate lesson plans to differentiate needs for learners.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving skills through active exploration games and activities.
Education
Master of Science - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
CUNY BROOKLYN COLLEGE
Brooklyn, New York 2014
Master of Science - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
CUNY BROOKLYN COLLEGE
Brooklyn, New York 2014
Certificate of Advance Study in Education Administration - School Building Leader / School District Leader
THE COLLEGE OF SAINT ROSE
Albany, NY06.2020
Skills
- Experience and well versed in the IFSP and IEP Process to service Student's With Disabilities
- Creation, Implementation and Progress Tracking of FBA's and BIP's for Students with Disabilities
- Coaching Teachers using Coaching Cycles (Goal specific,- pedagogy, content knowledge, assessment)
- Collaborative team member
- Experience in providing Family Engagement workshops to bridge learning from school to home
- ABA Trained- Behavior Modification
Certification
Reading Rescue Certified
Early Childhood Dual Certification
Childhood Special Education Certification
School Building Leader Certification
Timeline
Special Education Coordinator
NYCDOE
09.2023 - Current
Universal Literacy Coach
NYCDOE
08.2018 - 05.2022
Special Education Teacher
NYCDOE
09.2013 - 06.2018
Early Childhood Special Educator
TheraCare
09.2012 - 09.2013
ABA Therapist
Right Start INC
05.2012 - Current
Master of Science - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
CUNY BROOKLYN COLLEGE
Master of Science - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
CUNY BROOKLYN COLLEGE
Certificate of Advance Study in Education Administration - School Building Leader / School District Leader
THE COLLEGE OF SAINT ROSE
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