Salima Middleton
Summary
Passionate, dedicated and experienced educator seeking a position on a dynamic team where I can leverage my expertise in curriculum development, student engagement, and differentiated instruction to inspire and empower students to achieve academic success while promoting critical thinking and lifelong learning skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
NYC Department of Education
Staten Island, NY
09.2014 - Current
- Differentiate and adapt curriculum materials for students with disabilities by collecting and analyzing data related to diversity and inclusion efforts, allowing for evidence-based decision-making and continuous improvement
- Maintain a positive learning environment for students by promoting cultural competency among both educators and students
- Observe, and record behavior by implementing behavioral management strategies
- Provide accommodations to promote learning included in Individual Education Plan (IEP) by developing curriculum materials that reflect a wide range of perspectives and experiences, ensuring that all students feel seen and valued in the classroom
- Confer and plan with cluster teachers and service providers by focusing on diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Paraprofessional
NYC Department of Education
Brooklyn, NY
11.2005 - 06.2014
- Assist the teacher with educational and instructional activities
- Ensure a healthy and safe environment for students
- Monitor work and independent study of students
- Assist the teacher in observing, and recording behavior
- Supervise students in the hallway, lunchroom and playground
- Assist students with physical needs
- Confer and plan lessons with the teacher.
Paraprofessional
Office of Adult Continuing Education (NYC-DOE)
Long Island City, NY
10.2009 - 06.2013
- Administer and score pre-test and post-test T.A.B.E
- Exams
- Conduct B.E.S.T
- Plus interviews
- Complete Individual Student Record Forms.
Education
Master of Science - Education and Special Education
Touro College
06.2013
Skills
- Cognitive and Behavioral Development
- Curriculum Adjustments
- Progress Evaluations
- Instructional Strategies
- Skills Development
- Data Management
- Excellent Classroom Management
- Motivating Students
- Differentiated Instruction
- Behavior Modifications
- Lesson Planning
- Parent Communication
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Small Group Instruction
Certification
- Elementary Math Liaison (Department of Stem)
- Google Certified Educator- Level 1
- Orton-Gilliangham Training
Awards
- Awarded Outstanding Paraprofessional of the Year- 2013
- Awarded New York State Assembly Citation for commitment to educating and supporting the youth- 2012
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
NYC Department of Education
09.2014 - Current
Paraprofessional
Office of Adult Continuing Education (NYC-DOE)
10.2009 - 06.2013
Paraprofessional
NYC Department of Education
11.2005 - 06.2014
Master of Science - Education and Special Education
Touro College
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