Stacy Hicks
SHERBURNE,NY
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Itinerant Teacher
Building Blocks Learning Center
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
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
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
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