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CHITURA IROMUANYA

SOUTH ORANGE,N.J.

Summary

Adept at identifying optimal curricula, developing lesson plans, and aligning instruction with current learning goals Good planner, problem-solver, and analytical leader with strong attention to detail and sound judgment focused on continuous improvement. Leverages research-based interventions, strategies, and instruction and analyzes data to drive academic achievement and social-emotional growth.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavior Support Specialist

Executive Solutions, LLC
08.2021 - Current
  • Utilize positive research-based behavioral strategies to decrease problem behaviors by teaching new skills and making changes the students environment.
  • Utilized variety of methods, skills and tools to provide direct behavior support to students on caseload.
  • Developed intervention support plans for students to build behavioral skill capacity and preserve student access to instruction.

Grade ELA Teacher

Rise Academy
10.2020 - 06.2021
  • Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.

Classroom Resource Teacher

South Orange/Maplewood School District
10.2017 - 12.2019
  • Created emotional, academic, functional, behavioral supports, individualize the learning 'process of IEP's, increase the probability of student's success and increased students' self-confidence, motivation and social interactions with others.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.

5th Grade Teacher

Trenton Public Schools
09.2016 - 01.2017
  • Follow program curriculum providing developmentally and linguistically appropriate experiences appropriate to age, language, and culture of children served
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.

1st & 9th Gr STEAM Tutor & 9th -12th Program Sup.

Rutgers University, LEAP STEAM Academy
12.2015 - 06.2016
  • Provided and Supervised support services for students in Pre-K through 12th grade through the Community Leadership Center of Rutgers University-Camden.

Special Education Classroom Teacher/Home Instruction Tutor

Camden City Public Schools
10.2012 - 06.2016
  • Autism, BD, MD, E.D.) Created emotional, academic, functional, behavioral supports, individualize the learning 'process of IEP's, increase the probability of student's success and increased students' self-confidence, motivation and social interactions with others.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.

Long Term, Teacher

Rivera Learning Community
08.2011 - 10.2012
  • Grades 5th-8th) Follow program curriculum providing developmentally and linguistically appropriate experiences appropriate to age, language, and culture of children served.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.

Education

Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certification - Applied Behavior Analysis

Felicity University
Lodi, NJ
2026

Supervisor's Certification - undefined

Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ
6.2016

Masters - Special Education /Teachers, Endorsement

Caldwell University
Caldwell, NJ
5.2012

Post-Baccalaureate - Special Education

Caldwell University
Caldwell, NJ
12.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, Social Studies

Caldwell University
Caldwell, NJ
12.2008

Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts/Early Childhood Education

Union County College
Cranford, NJ

Skills

  • Working knowledge of all Microsoft Works office applications,WebQuest, Web 20, Wikis, Digital Storytelling, Genesis, Achievement Series Assessments, Smartboard, and Whiteboards, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, Behavioral assessment, Positive Reinforcement, Behavior Modification, Working knowledge of all Microsoft Works office applications,

Timeline

Behavior Support Specialist

Executive Solutions, LLC
08.2021 - Current

Grade ELA Teacher

Rise Academy
10.2020 - 06.2021

Classroom Resource Teacher

South Orange/Maplewood School District
10.2017 - 12.2019

5th Grade Teacher

Trenton Public Schools
09.2016 - 01.2017

1st & 9th Gr STEAM Tutor & 9th -12th Program Sup.

Rutgers University, LEAP STEAM Academy
12.2015 - 06.2016

Special Education Classroom Teacher/Home Instruction Tutor

Camden City Public Schools
10.2012 - 06.2016

Long Term, Teacher

Rivera Learning Community
08.2011 - 10.2012

Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certification - Applied Behavior Analysis

Felicity University

Supervisor's Certification - undefined

Rowan University

Masters - Special Education /Teachers, Endorsement

Caldwell University

Post-Baccalaureate - Special Education

Caldwell University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, Social Studies

Caldwell University

Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts/Early Childhood Education

Union County College
CHITURA IROMUANYA