Sara-Gene Paolini Vasquez
Elmwood Park,NJ
Summary
Enthusiastic Teacher with 15 years of experience instructing students with wide range of learning abilities. Committed to creating learning environments that encourage academic, social, and emotional growth by implementing the NJSLS, Essential Element state standards, and STAR curriculum, among others. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with scholars, families and colleagues.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher of Autistic Students (2/3/4)
Quitman Street School- NBOE
Newark, NJ
09.2017 - Current
- Provide individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Utilize the New Jersey Dynamic Learning Maps alternative state assessment.
- Create evidence-based Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) tailored to meet the unique needs of each student.
- Effectively incorporated the STAR Autism Curriculum for optimal student development.
- Lesson plans are developed and implemented based on a modified curriculum.
- Analyzed student performance through multiple assessment methods and implemented appropriate modifications and accommodations specified in students' IEPs.
Teacher of LLD-S Students (K/1)
Quitman Street School-NBOE
Newark, New Jersey
09.2015 - 06.2017
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on modified curriculum.
- Maximized student learning by collaborating closely with speech and occupational therapists.
- Created personalized rotational schedules to address the unique demands of the student population.
Teacher of Multiply Disabled Students (2/3/4)
Quitman Street School-NBOE
Newark, New Jersey
09.2012 - 06.2015
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on modified curriculum.
- Utilized New Jersey's Dynamic Learning Maps state assessment.
Teacher of Multiply Disabled Students (HS)
John F. Kennedy School- NBOE
Newark, New Jersey
09.2009 - 06.2012
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives and students' IEPs.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Assessed students using the New Jersey's Alternate Proficiency Assessment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, Special Education, History
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ05-2009
Skills
- Administering the DLM Assessment
- STAR Autism Curriculum Trained
- Classroom Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Small Group Instruction
- Technology Integration
- Alternative Learning Methods
- Differentiated Instruction
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Knowledge
Camp Sunrise Volunteer Counselor
- Attend to the social and physical needs of people with disabilities.
- Join in games, crafts, and various activities with campers.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher of Autistic Students (2/3/4)
Quitman Street School- NBOE
09.2017 - Current
Teacher of LLD-S Students (K/1)
Quitman Street School-NBOE
09.2015 - 06.2017
Teacher of Multiply Disabled Students (2/3/4)
Quitman Street School-NBOE
09.2012 - 06.2015
Teacher of Multiply Disabled Students (HS)
John F. Kennedy School- NBOE
09.2009 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, Special Education, History
New Jersey City University
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