Susan Nodurf-Thibodeau
East Longmeadow,MA
Summary
Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion. Equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher Grade 5
Springfield Public Schools, Massachusetts
01.2023 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
Grade 6 ELA Special Education Teacher
Springfield International Charter School
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted positive learning environment through use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Reading Intervention Teacher Grades 3-5
Springfield International Charter School
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set student goals, and discuss strategies to assist students in attaining grade level reading.
- Taught reading to individual and small groups.
- Utilized data-driven assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional approaches accordingly.
- Developed strong rapport with students by building trust through consistent encouragement, feedback, and respect for individual learning styles.
Educational Team Leader
Springfield International Charter School
07.2016 - 10.2021
- Wrote effective IEP's based on Team led annual and initial evaluations.
- Organized and Chaired annual reviews and initial meetings.
- Collaborated with staff to develop attainable goals and objectives based on each students need.
Special Education Teacher Grade 3
Springfield International Charter School
08.2012 - 08.2016
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Promoted positive learning environment through use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Education
M.ED - Special Education
College of Our Lady of The Elms
Chicopee, MA12.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Education
College of Our Lady of The Elms
Chicopee, MA05.1998
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Small Group Instruction
- Parent Communication
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Data Management
- Student Support
- Group and individual instruction
Timeline
Special Education Teacher Grade 5
Springfield Public Schools, Massachusetts
01.2023 - Current
Grade 6 ELA Special Education Teacher
Springfield International Charter School
08.2022 - 11.2022
Reading Intervention Teacher Grades 3-5
Springfield International Charter School
11.2020 - 06.2021
Educational Team Leader
Springfield International Charter School
07.2016 - 10.2021
Special Education Teacher Grade 3
Springfield International Charter School
08.2012 - 08.2016
M.ED - Special Education
College of Our Lady of The Elms
Bachelor of Arts - Education
College of Our Lady of The Elms
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