TINAMARIE DEL ROSSO
Christiana,TN
Summary
Talented, well-rounded and compassionate Teacher with 26 years of experience. Skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate those needs to allow for each individual to present their best. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Focused on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Develops, implements and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Smyrna High School
08.2022 - Current
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- 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.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
ELA Teacher, MS
Daniel McKee Alternative
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Promoted a growth mindset in students by setting high expectations and providing support for individual academic goals.
- Monitored student progress closely using formative assessments, adjusting instructional approaches as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs and ensure student success.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Enhanced student comprehension of complex texts through targeted reading strategies and guided practice activities.
- Created engaging writing prompts that encouraged students to develop critical thinking skills and articulate their thoughts clearly.
- Integrated real-world connections into lessons, helping students see the relevance of ELA topics to their daily lives.
- Established a safe learning environment where students felt comfortable sharing ideas and asking questions.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Special Education Teacher/Lead Job Coach
Mount Olive Board of Education
11.2011 - 08.2020
- Monitored students academic progress, mental health and sociability through ongoing individual assessments
- Counseled students in career planning, job placement and academic goals
- Followed-up with outside agencies to support school activities
- Established developmentally-appropriate activities for elementary-aged students
- Promoted parent and teacher partnerships and communications to support students educational goals
- Collaborated with others to discuss new employment opportunities for students
- Worked with employees of various job sites to improve relations and promote the best outcomes possible for their business
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional service
- Provided excellent service and attention to students and outside agencies
- Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives
- Fostered positive and trusting relationships with students to increase engagement
- Delivered specialized classroom instruction to students with developmental disorders
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs
- Organized and prepared instructional materials, communicate and reports to facilitate student learning
- Developed individual educational plans designed to promote educational, physical and social development, and achieve educational objectives.
Special Education Teacher
Cerabral Palsy League
09.1998 - 06.2009
- Eliminated learning gaps and effectively instructed students by using teaching aids and motivational strategies
- Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives
- Developed individual educational plans designed to promote educational, physical and social development
- Fostered positive and trusting relationships with students to increase engagement
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs
- Delivered specialized classroom instruction to students with developmental disorders
- Organized and prepared instructional materials, communicate and reports to facilitate student learning
- Administered minor first aid to injured students and notified school nurse to render additional aid
- Wrote and presented documents for Individual Education Plan conferences
- Supervised field trips to local parks, fire stations and zoos to develop social skills and community awareness
- Established and communicated clear objectives for lessons, units and projects to students and parents
- Facilitated functional life skills development in students with autism through explicit instruction and repetition to entrench skills.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education/Special Ed/ English
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ03.2004
Skills
- Competent in Smartboard technology
- Excellent classroom management
- In-depth knowledge of autism
- Social skills development
- Job readiness training
- Behavioral/cognitive skills development
- Motivating students
- National Education Association
- Dual-Certified
- Mother of 2 children with Special needs
- Learning style assessment
- Basic clerical knowledge
- Differentiated Instruction
Certification
- Professional - 6 Year License
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Smyrna High School
08.2022 - Current
ELA Teacher, MS
Daniel McKee Alternative
09.2021 - 08.2022
Special Education Teacher/Lead Job Coach
Mount Olive Board of Education
11.2011 - 08.2020
Special Education Teacher
Cerabral Palsy League
09.1998 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Education/Special Ed/ English
New Jersey City University
- Professional - 6 Year License
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