Stephanie McMenamin
Hopewell Junction,NY
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Englarged City School District of Middletown
08.2019 - Current
- Grades 1,2, and 3 ICT & 3-5 12:1:3 self contained
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Special Education Teacher for adults ages 18-21 years old
Jawonio Summer Education Program
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Developed lessons in study skills, reading, math, science, and daily living skills to meet the objectives of individual student's IEP
- Designed academic and non-academic activities for students, selecting appropriate educational materials and activities based on individual IEPs.
- Provided guidance and support to the teacher's aides in their work
- Utilized behavioral intervention strategies to promote positive behavior.
K/1 Special Education Teacher Leave Replacement
Carl L. Dixson Primary School
02.2019 - 06.2019
- Implemented Fundations and A2i Program to deliver effective reading, writing, and phonics lessons
- Implemented math lessons using EngageNY
- Utilized diverse instructional strategies to meet the unique needs of students every day.
- Incorporated kindergarten and first grade curriculum into self-contained classroom, maximizing learning opportunities for both student groups
- Incorporated a variety of sensory strategies on a daily basis to ensure comprehensive representation of content.
- Established and maintained proactive communication with students' parents, providing continuous support in both academic and home settings.
Permanent Substitute Teacher (K-5)
Katonah Elementary School
09.2018 - 02.2019
- Successfully integrated the Fundations (K-3), Lucy Calkins workshops, and Wordly Wise (4-5) curriculum to enhance reading, writing,and phonics instruction.
- Implemented enVisionmath2.0 curriculum for math instruction
- Implemented modeling, manipulatives, and research-based strategies to enhance comprehension
- Played an active role in supporting student and classroom needs through collaboration with other teachers.
2018 Summer Literacy Program Second Grade Teacher
St. Thomas Aquinas College
07.2018 - 07.2018
- Administered Qualitative Reading Inventory assessment to identify students' literacy needs
- Implemented individualized instruction using "Get Set" Merrill Reading Program
- Differentiated material based on students' literacy needs
- Engaged students in reading through Reader's Theater
- Communicated effectively with parents on progress through morning drop-off/ afternoon pick-up, and through email
- This program is used as an additional resource to students, performing below grade-level, to work on and strengthen English Language Arts Skills throughout the summer.
Instructional Aide
Charles A. Selzer School
10.2017 - 06.2018
- Provided educational and emotional support to students (Kindergarten and Sixth Grade)
- Broke down content into more manageable parts to aide in comprehension
- Participated in one-to-one instruction
- Consulted with teachers and parents on progress, strengths, and needs.
Assistant Teacher
A Starting Place
07.2014 - 08.2014
- Supported teacher and conducted small group instruction to strengthen skills specific to student need.
First Grade Teacher
Stony Point Elementary School
- Planned and implemented lessons and assessments in reading, writing, math, social studies, phonics, and inquiry based science instruction according to New York State Standard
- Prepared and taught English Language Arts (ELA) using Core Knowledge Language Arts curriculum
- Initiated peer tutoring and collaboration by pairing higher-level readers with lower-level readers during literacy time
- Administered Fountas and Pinnell benchmark assessments to identify students' current reading level, monitor progress and influence instruction
- Constructed guided reading groups for different leveled readers and engaged students in critical and creative thinking during journal time by using essential literacy strategies such as a graphic organizer
- Conducted small group instruction and differentiated lessons based on student ability and different instructional need
- Prepared and implemented mathematics instruction using the EngageNY program along with using technology, and manipulatives as a way to present content differently
- Integrated science and social studies instruction through the use of Unit By Design Curriculum
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to create and put into effect behavior intervention strategies
- Provided modifications and accommodations to students with a 504 Plan, ENL learners, and struggling learners
- Worked collaboratively with teachers to implement newly learned skills and strategies into Math and English Language Arts lessons via district professional development
- Communicated effectively with parents through weekly updates, letters home, emails, phone calls, and through daily dismissal meetings, when needed.
Education
Masters of Science in Education - MSEd. Special Education
St. Thomas Aquinas College
Sparkill, New York07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Childhood Education, English
St. Thomas Aquinas College
Sparkill, New York05.2017
Albertus Magnus High School
Bardonia, New York06.2013
Skills
- Proficient in Google Services
- Classroom Management
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Small Group Instruction
- Co-teaching Experience
- Individualized Learning
- SMART Board Technology
- Differentiated Instruction
Certification
- New York State Certified Elementary Education (Grade 1-6)
- New York State Certified Students With Disabilities (Grade 1-6)
Professional Development
- School Violence Prevention & Intervention
- Child Abuse Seminar
- Dignity for All Students, (DASA) Training
- Creative Arts for Young Children
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Englarged City School District of Middletown
08.2019 - Current
Special Education Teacher for adults ages 18-21 years old
Jawonio Summer Education Program
07.2019 - 08.2019
K/1 Special Education Teacher Leave Replacement
Carl L. Dixson Primary School
02.2019 - 06.2019
Permanent Substitute Teacher (K-5)
Katonah Elementary School
09.2018 - 02.2019
2018 Summer Literacy Program Second Grade Teacher
St. Thomas Aquinas College
07.2018 - 07.2018
Instructional Aide
Charles A. Selzer School
10.2017 - 06.2018
Assistant Teacher
A Starting Place
07.2014 - 08.2014
First Grade Teacher
Stony Point Elementary School
Masters of Science in Education - MSEd. Special Education
St. Thomas Aquinas College
Bachelor of Science - Childhood Education, English
St. Thomas Aquinas College
Albertus Magnus High School
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