Tara Roth-Ramos
Oceanside
Summary
Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements, and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher/Deaf and Hard of Hearing Teacher
Garden City Public Schools
Garden City
09.2003 - 06.2024
- Developed individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with families to support student academic and social development.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted teaching methods as necessary.
- Facilitated classroom activities that promote inclusion and peer interaction.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
- Facilitated communication between mainstream teachers, interpreters, translators and special education staff members concerning classroom accommodations for Deaf, Hard of Hearing Students.
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Teacher
Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf
Mill Neck
09.1994 - 06.2003
- Maintained accurate records regarding student performance, attendance, IEPs, assessments and other relevant data.
- Attended conferences related to teaching methods for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students.
- Organized parent education workshops about deafness and hearing loss awareness.
- Instructed classes using sign language techniques such as American Sign Language, and Signed English.
- Provided instruction to Deaf and Hard of Hearing students, including those with cochlear implants, hearing aids and other assistive devices.
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Teacher
St. Francis de Sales School for the Deaf
Brooklyn
06.1989 - 06.1994
- Developed individual educational plans designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
- Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Taught courses at different levels in line with American Sign Language curriculum standards.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators, speech-language pathologists, audiologists and other professionals to develop appropriate educational plans for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students.
Education
Master of Science - Deaf Education
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY06-1989
Bachelor of Science - Elementary/Special Education
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY06-1988
Skills
- Data-driven skill assessment
- Sign language instruction
- Implementation of educational accommodations
- Strong behavior management strategies
- Performance monitoring
- Understanding of special education regulations
- Effective verbal communication
- Effective time management
Accomplishments
- Richard Kusker Scholarship 1984-1988
Timeline
Special Education Teacher/Deaf and Hard of Hearing Teacher
Garden City Public Schools
09.2003 - 06.2024
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Teacher
Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf
09.1994 - 06.2003
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Teacher
St. Francis de Sales School for the Deaf
06.1989 - 06.1994
Master of Science - Deaf Education
Adelphi University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary/Special Education
Adelphi University