Sydney Brinton
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Patient and compassionate Special Education Teacher with experience in devising and implementing effective special education strategies. Skilled at individualizing instruction based on students' needs and interests. Strong background in creating positive learning environments, fostering parent-teacher relationships, and managing Individualized Education Programs (IEP) to support student success. Previous work has resulted in improved academic performance for special needs students.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Pittsburgh Public School District
Pittsburgh, PA
10.2018 - Current
- Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt materials to meet diverse learning needs.
- Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with diverse populations.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
- Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
Job Coach
Pittsburgh Public School District
Pittsburgh, PA
09.2016 - 09.2018
- Traveled to work locations to provide hands-on training, direct supervision and support to participants.
- Created a safe and supportive learning environment for students to develop their skills.
- Conducted mock interviews, providing constructive feedback to enhance interview performance.
- Guided clients in learning to complete job tasks to develop motivation and skills.
- Guided clients in the development of soft skills, such as communication and teamwork.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of job coaching methods, adapting strategies to meet clients' needs.
Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons Childcare
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
02.2016 - 09.2016
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Directed and supervised children during field trips and special activities.
- Facilitated group play activities that encouraged collaboration among students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving activities.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Point Park University
Pittsburgh, PA04-2025
Bachelor of Science - Human Development
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA08-2015
Skills
- Documentation
- Classroom support
- Educational assistance
- IEP compliance
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Goal setting and monitoring
- Behavior improvements
- Student progress tracking
- Life skills training
- Curriculum understanding
- Educational support
- Social-emotional support
Certification
- Fundamental Subjects: Content Knowledge (5511)
- Special Education: Foundational Knowledge (5355)
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Pittsburgh Public School District
10.2018 - Current
Job Coach
Pittsburgh Public School District
09.2016 - 09.2018
Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons Childcare
02.2016 - 09.2016
Master of Arts - Education
Point Park University
Bachelor of Science - Human Development
Pennsylvania State University
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