Stacey Manella
Hardyston
Summary
Experienced and dedicated Special Education Teacher with over 25 years of success supporting students with diverse learning needs in self-contained, resource room, and inclusive settings. Skilled in creating engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that promote social, emotional, physical, and academic growth. Strong background in individualized instruction, curriculum development, and collaborative team teaching. Known for building nurturing relationships, managing classrooms effectively, and adapting instruction to meet each learner’s unique needs. Currently seeking a preschool position to support young learners through play-based learning and early intervention strategies.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teacher of Students With Disabilities
Sandyston Walpack Consolidated School
09.2006 - Current
- Designed and implemented individualized instruction for students with multiple disabilities, ages preschool through grade 6.
- Integrated sensory activities, structured routines, and visual schedules to support engagement and communication.
- Collaborated closely with speech therapists and occupational therapists to align early intervention strategies.
- Fostered independence through adaptive learning tools, life skills instruction, and developmentally appropriate play.
- Supported inclusive learning by co-teaching in general education settings when appropriate.
Teacher of Students With Disabilities
Ridgewood Public School
09.2000 - 06.2006
- Created tailored learning experiences for students with a range of cognitive, physical, and emotional needs.
- Delivered instruction in both resource room and self-contained environments, fostering access to the general curriculum.
- Collaborated with Child Study Team and families to track progress and provide early intervention services.
- Developed strong rapport with families to support continuity of learning between school and home.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education (Teacher of The Handicapped)
William Paterson University
Wayne, NJ 09.1995 - 12.1999
Skills
- Orton Gillingham Educator
- Fundation/Wilson Trained
- Knowledgeable in Sign Language
- Restraint Trained
- Proficient in Promethean Board
- Proficient in Google Classroom
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Classroom management
- Student Engagement
- Relationship Building
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Early Intervention Strategies
- Sensory Intergration Techniques
- Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP)
- Visual Supports (eg, PECS, picture schedules, token boards
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication
- Data Collection and Progress Monitoring
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Support
- Collaborating with Related Service Providers (OT, PT, SLP)
Timeline
Teacher of Students With Disabilities
Sandyston Walpack Consolidated School
09.2006 - Current
Teacher of Students With Disabilities
Ridgewood Public School
09.2000 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education (Teacher of The Handicapped)
William Paterson University
09.1995 - 12.1999
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