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Sa'Rita Pearson

Roosevelt,NY

Summary

Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities. Resourceful and driven, seeking experience developing and cultivating learning environments to ensure students meet educational goals and progress within the allotted time frame. Hard worker with life experience who understands what it takes to be part of a community, the importance of teamwork, and the consistent instruction and ongoing education it takes to be an effective educator.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Eastern Suffolk BOCES
Oakdale, NY
10.2023 - Current
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
  • Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
  • Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
  • Established positive relationships with students and their families.
  • Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
  • Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
  • Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
  • Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
  • Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
  • Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
  • Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
  • Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
  • Instructed special education classes using evidence-based practices.

Student Teacher

Farmingdale UFSD/ES BOCES
Farmingdale, NY
09.2023 - 12.2024
  • Collaborated with teacher to plan and achieve instructional goals and objectives.
  • Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
  • Developed deeper understanding of teaching strategies with increasing responsibility for student learning.
  • Developed lesson plans and activities to engage students in the learning process.
  • Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
  • Managed classroom procedures and organized resources to promote safety and learning.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster learning.
  • Selected instructional goals to develop lesson plans that demonstrated knowledge of content.

Mail Handler

United States Post Office
Garden City, NY
07.2012 - 01.2024
  • Operated mail processing equipment and manually sorted mail.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading trucks with mail, packages, and other materials.
  • Maintained accurate records of all incoming and outgoing mail items.
  • Operated various machines such as scales, pallet jacks, forklifts.
  • Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous materials like chemicals and fuels.

Teaching Assistant

Nassau BOCES
Garden City, NY
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Helped teachers with material generation, lesson plan development, class preparation, scheduling, exam distribution and student mentoring.
  • Instructed students individually or in groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Provided one-on-one support for special needs students.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all students while adhering to school policies and procedures.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
  • Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.

Student Observer

EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
East Meadow, NY
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Helped classroom instructor maintain student discipline.
  • Analyzed data from multiple sources including test scores, attendance records, and grades to determine student needs.
  • Participated in professional development activities related to observation protocols.
  • Encouraged and motivated students with individualized and group strategies.
  • Adhered to school district policies related to confidentiality of information about students.
  • Developed strategies for improving student performance and behavior.
  • Developed essential skills and techniques through diligent practice.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.

Psychiatric Aide

NASSAU UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
East Meadow, NY
12.2007 - 07.2012
  • Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
  • Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
  • Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.
  • Worked closely with other healthcare professionals such as nurses, therapists, and physicians to ensure quality care for all psychiatric patients.
  • Performed clerical duties such as filing, scheduling appointments, answering phones.
  • Provided support and supervision to psychiatric patients during their daily activities.
  • Developed effective communication strategies to de-escalate potentially dangerous situations involving psychiatric patients.

Customer Service Supervisor

Sleepy’s
Bethpage, NY
01.2001 - 12.2007
  • Answered phone calls and responded to questions and concerns.
  • Resolved escalated customer disputes in a timely manner while maintaining good relationships with customers.
  • Supervised and trained customer service staff to ensure excellent customer service delivery.
  • Established positive rapport with customers, managers and customer service team members to maintain positive and successful work environment.
  • Ensured all customer inquiries were handled in accordance with company standards and regulations.
  • Evaluated employee job performance and motivated staff to improve productivity.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Special Education/GEN Education

SUNY OLD WESTBURY
Old Westbury, NY
12-2023

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY
05-2021

Skills

  • Material Selection
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Behavior Modifications
  • Curriculum Adjustments
  • Learning Style Assessments
  • Progress Evaluations
  • Lesson Planning
  • Individual Education Plans IEPs
  • Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
  • Cognitive and Behavioral Development
  • Parent Communication
  • Data Management
  • Life Skills Instruction
  • Group and Individual Instruction

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Eastern Suffolk BOCES
10.2023 - Current

Student Teacher

Farmingdale UFSD/ES BOCES
09.2023 - 12.2024

Teaching Assistant

Nassau BOCES
06.2023 - 08.2023

Student Observer

EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
01.2023 - 05.2023

Mail Handler

United States Post Office
07.2012 - 01.2024

Psychiatric Aide

NASSAU UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
12.2007 - 07.2012

Customer Service Supervisor

Sleepy’s
01.2001 - 12.2007

Bachelor of Science - Special Education/GEN Education

SUNY OLD WESTBURY

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Nassau Community College

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