SHARON L. NIRENBERG
Glen Rock,New Jersey
Summary
- A truly dedicated and caring professional with the educational background, knowledge and experience necessary to successfully evaluate children referred for learning evaluations, Case Manage, and conduct meetings Superb communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Possesses a sincere thirst for knowledge and understanding Passes this desire on to children to encourage learning processes.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant
South Bergen Jointure Commission
12.1995 - 06.2025
- Collaborate with Child Study Team members, special education teachers and related services providers to develop comprehensive IEPs.
- Perform comprehensive educational evaluations for pupils referred for testing.
- Write thorough educational evaluation reports.
- Design educational plans that address individual cognitive levels, learning styles and grade appropriate learning standards.
- Consult with administration, teachers and other professionals in order to facilitate the effectiveness of the Intervention & Referral Services Team.
Learning Disability Teacher Consultant
Dr. Mae J. Balaban and Associates
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Performed independent educational evaluations for children ages 5 to 18.
- Interpreted results and wrote comprehensive educational evaluation reports.
Teacher of the Handicapped
South Bergen Jointure Commission
01.1996 - 01.2002
- Developed both individual and group instruction for children with autism, ages 3-12.
- Applied and modified curriculum to meet children's needs.
- Instituted behavior modification techniques and interacted extensively with Child Study Teams.
- Oversaw the function of 3 teacher aides.
- Conferred with parents to discuss their child's performance.
Teacher
Alpine Learning Group
07.1995 - 11.1996
- Provided one-to-one teaching to 4 children with autism, ages 4 and 5 in reading, writing, spelling, self-help skills and mathematics.
- Evaluated students' performance and maintained comprehensive data of students' progress.
- Created and implemented lesson plans.
- Implemented individual behavior reduction treatment plans.
- Conducted parent/teacher conferences and provided details of child progress.
- Interfaced with speech therapist.
- Oversaw Instructors.
Customer Service Coordinator
BT Summit Office Products, Inc.
01.1992 - 07.1995
- Supervised up to four customer service representatives in order processing, client services and problem resolution.
Education
Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant Certification/Teacher of the Handicapped Certification -
William Paterson University
Wayne, NJ01.1998
B.A. - Psychology Program Concentration- Elementary Education Certificate
Brandeis University
Waltham, MA01.1992
Skills
- Student record management
- Understanding educational philosophies
- Implementing educational objectives
- Developing rapport with parents
- Maintaining communication
- Fostering student learning
- Demonstrating punctuality
- Respecting confidential information
Accomplishments
- Trained fellow teachers on the procedures for implementing Individual Education Plans.
- Conduct comprehensive educational evaluations to identify learning disabilities
- Interpret assessment results and prepare clear, legally compliant evaluation reports
- Collaborate with Child Study Team members, teachers, administrators, and families
- Develop and monitor IEPs aligned with student needs and educational goals
- Provide consultation to general and special education staff on instructional strategies
- Participate in eligibility meetings, IEP meetings, and annual reviews
- Ensure compliance with federal and state special education regulations
Affiliations
Association of Learning Disabilities, 2005-01-01 to present
Pi Lambda Theta 1996-10-20
Certification
- Certified Teacher of the Handicapped
- Certified Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant
- Certified in Elementary Education in New Jersey (K-6)
- Certified in Elementary Education in Massachusetts (K-6)
- Passed National Teachers Examination (1993)
Timeline
Learning Disability Teacher Consultant
Dr. Mae J. Balaban and Associates
01.2003 - 01.2005
Teacher of the Handicapped
South Bergen Jointure Commission
01.1996 - 01.2002
Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant
South Bergen Jointure Commission
12.1995 - 06.2025
Teacher
Alpine Learning Group
07.1995 - 11.1996
Customer Service Coordinator
BT Summit Office Products, Inc.
01.1992 - 07.1995
B.A. - Psychology Program Concentration- Elementary Education Certificate
Brandeis University
Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant Certification/Teacher of the Handicapped Certification -
William Paterson University
Areas Of Skill
- Maintaining and updating appropriate student records.
- Understanding and implementing overall objectives of educational philosophies of the district.
- Developing rapport with parents; maintaining communication and fostering student learning.
- Demonstrating punctuality in meeting requests of administration.
- Respecting confidential information about students.