Stephanie Posser
Stockholm
Summary
Accomplished Special Education Teacher with 30 years of experience supporting students with diverse learning and emotional needs. Develops individualized educational programs and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to create inclusive environments. Skilled mentor and instructional leader focused on compliance, student-centered instruction, and behavior management to enhance student outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Andover Regional Schools
Newton, New Jersey
01.2006 - 01.2026
- Provided specialized instruction for students with a wide range of disabilities in inclusive, resource, and self-contained settings.
- Developed and implemented individualized education programs that supported academic, behavioral, social, and emotional growth.
- Collaborated with general education teachers, administrators, therapists, and Child Study Team members to develop and implement tailored educational programming for diverse learners.
- Conducted ongoing assessments and monitored student progress to guide instructional decisions.
- Created differentiated lessons aligned with state standards while accommodating individual learning needs.
- Implemented evidence-based behavior management strategies and positive behavioral interventions.
- Facilitated annual IEP meetings, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while effectively addressing student needs.
- Built strong partnerships with families through consistent communication and collaborative problem-solving.
- Mentored new teachers and paraprofessionals in instructional strategies and classroom management, enhancing overall team effectiveness in special education.
- Advocated for equitable access to educational opportunities and inclusive practices across school settings.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Syracuse University
SyracuseBachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ithaca College
IthacaSkills
- IEP development
- Special Education Law & Compliance
- Inclusive Education Practices
- Differentiated Instruction
- Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
- Assistive Technology
- Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs)
- Progress Monitoring & Data Collection
- Data collection
- Child study collaboration
- Family communication
Accomplishments
NJ Governor's Educator of the Year 2017-2018
IHeartRadio Teacher of the Month October 2025
Certification
- State of NJ Teacher of the Handicapped State of NJ
- Elementary Education K-8
- Brainspring Phonics First Certification
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Andover Regional Schools
01.2006 - 01.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ithaca College
Master of Science - Special Education
Syracuse University
PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS
- - Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- - Strong organizational and case management abilities
- - Collaborative leadership style
- - Student-centered decision making
- - Problem-solving and conflict resolution
- - Coaching and mentoring educators
- - Commitment to equity, inclusion, and lifelong learning