Scott Kulakowski
Special Education Inclusion And Resource Teacher
Melrose,MA
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Special Education History Teacher
Lynn Public Schools- Lynn English High School
Lynn, MA
09.2010 - Current
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Communicated nonverbally with children to provide comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Alternative Special Education Teacher
Lynn Public Schools-Washington Elementary School
Lynn, MA
09.2008 - 06.2010
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Alternative School Teacher
Lynn Public Schools- Welcoming Middle School
Lynn, MA
12.2006 - 06.2008
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Managed caseload of 30 students with emotional and behavioral difficulties..
Permanent Building Substitute Teacher
Chelsea Public Schools- Chelsea High Alternative
Chelsea, MA
08.2005 - 11.2005
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
Salem State College
Salem, MA 09.1998 - 05.2002
M.Ed. - Special Education
Salem State University
Salem, MA 10.2007 - 01.2010
Skills
Student records management
Differentiated instruction
Group and individual instruction
Skilled in writing of IEPs
Experienced in conducting Woodcock Johnson testing, scoring and presentation of results
Certification
Ma Special Education Administrator- All Levels
Timeline
Special Education History Teacher
Lynn Public Schools- Lynn English High School
09.2010 - Current
Alternative Special Education Teacher
Lynn Public Schools-Washington Elementary School
09.2008 - 06.2010
M.Ed. - Special Education
Salem State University
10.2007 - 01.2010
Alternative School Teacher
Lynn Public Schools- Welcoming Middle School
12.2006 - 06.2008
Permanent Building Substitute Teacher
Chelsea Public Schools- Chelsea High Alternative
08.2005 - 11.2005
Bachelor of Arts - History
Salem State College
09.1998 - 05.2002