Stacy Hicks
SHERBURNE,NY
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Itinerant Teacher
Building Blocks Learning Center
Chenango County, NY
09.2017 - Current
- Provided at home or at school related services
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating multisensory activities and differentiated instruction in lesson plans.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and establishing clear expectations for behavior.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive educational plans that met the diverse needs of special education students.
- Assisted general education teachers in adapting curriculum materials, making content accessible for special education students within inclusive settings.
- Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring timely completion of weekly progress notes, progress reports and IEPs while maintaining compliance with state regulations.
Early Intervention Therapist
Building Blocks Learning Center
Madison And Chenango Counties, NY
02.2015 - Current
- Enhanced children's developmental progress by implementing individualized therapy plans.
- Increased child engagement during sessions through creative play-based activities tailored to their needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive early intervention services.
- Ensured accurate documentation of therapy sessions, detailing progress and areas for improvement.
Early Intervention Evaluator
Building Blocks Learning Center
09.2014 - Current
- Enhanced evaluation accuracy by implementing data analysis techniques and tools.
- Presented concise evaluation reports to management, supporting strategic decision-making processes.
- Maintained a high degree of professionalism when dealing with sensitive information or challenging situations during the course of an evaluation.
First Grade Teacher
Sherburne-Earlville Elementary School
Sherburne, NY
05.2006 - 09.2013
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance on lesson planning, instructional strategies, and classroom management techniques.
- Served on district wide collaborative planning team to create district wide education, assessment, collaboration
Education
Master of Science - General Studies K-12
University of New England
Biddeford, MEBachelor of Science - General Education/Special Education Gr. 1-6
SUNY At Geneseo
Geneseo, NYSkills
- Creativity and Innovation
- Play-Based Learning
- Individualized Education Plans
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Child development expertise
Certification
- General Education Gr. 1-6 License
- Special Education Gr. 1-6 License
- Early Childhood Education B-5 License
Additional Information
Trainings/Workshops - Autism, ADHD, Behavioral, Cognitive, Social Emotional, Special Education/IEP Process, Early Intervention, Early Intervention Evaluation, Kindergarten Readiness, Speech Language
Timeline
Special Education Itinerant Teacher
Building Blocks Learning Center
09.2017 - Current
Early Intervention Therapist
Building Blocks Learning Center
02.2015 - Current
Early Intervention Evaluator
Building Blocks Learning Center
09.2014 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Sherburne-Earlville Elementary School
05.2006 - 09.2013
Master of Science - General Studies K-12
University of New England
Bachelor of Science - General Education/Special Education Gr. 1-6
SUNY At Geneseo