Victoria Mantia
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Elementary School Teacher with expertise in elementary education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
P.S. 59R
300 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY, 10301
09.2023 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
General Education Teacher
P.S. 160k
Brooklyn , NY
09.2007 - 06.2023
- Helped students build useful skills such as writing proficiency and reading comprehension.
- Approached instruction with engaging, informative and motivational style.
- Built relationships with students of all cultural, social and economic backgrounds.
- Helped students succeed through coaching, mentoring and positive reinforcement.
- Tracked individual student progress and adjusted teaching methods to improve understanding of material.
- Taught concepts found on standardized tests and built necessary support skills to help students perform well.
- Operated tools and equipment safely to educate students on skills.
- Completed required classroom documentation and updated student records.
- Stayed abreast of changes to field, available technologies and improved instructional strategies.
- Instructed more than 25 students each year.
- Adapted and implemented Teachers College reading and writing
- Adapted and implemented GoMath!
- Participated in shared inquiry
- Proficient in balanced literacy and NYC Common Core Curriculum.
- Utilized formative assessments
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, implementation of best practices, professional development activities and sharing resources across grade levels.
- Encouraged healthy social interactions among peers by facilitating group discussions about current events or topics of interest.
- Implemented differentiated instruction methods that catered to different learning styles within the same classroom setting.
- Utilized technology such as iPads, Smart Boards, online programs and other digital media to enhance instruction.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Touro College
New York, NY2010
Elementary Education
St. Francis College
Brooklyn, NY01.2007
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Small Group Instruction
- Co-teaching Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Collaborative Teamwork
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
P.S. 59R
09.2023 - Current
General Education Teacher
P.S. 160k
09.2007 - 06.2023
Master of Science - Special Education
Touro College
Elementary Education
St. Francis College