Virginia D'Alba

• Facilitated successful transition of students transferring from full-time self-contained behavioral and autistic support placements into the general education classroom.
• Pioneered social-emotional, vocational, functional academic, and life skills programming for 13 students with diverse abilities in grades 5-8.
• Plan and deliver specially designed instruction for students who require significant academic support and adaptation in core content areas
• Provide ongoing training and resources to 7 personal care assistants providing 1:1 behavioral support as part of Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSP).
• Serve as mentor to new teachers, offering guidance, support, and sharing best practices for successful classroom management
• Conduct thorough assessments to determine students' present levels of academic performance, progress on goals, strengths, areas of need, and eligibility for continued special education services

• Delivered early intervention services for caseload of 25-30 clients, aged 3-5 in home, school, and community settings.
• Maintained detailed records including service delivery logs, progress monitoring data, session summaries, and family communication documentation
• Collaborated with families, teachers and other service providers to implement intervention strategies effectively.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments (formal, informal, direct observation) to determine present level of functional development and
  formulate measurable, individualized annual goals aligned with development milestones
• Designed, adapted, and implemented activities for Cognitive, Language, Fine Motor, Social-Emotional, and Sensory, Adaptive, and Gross Motor skill development using Developmentally Appropriate Practices
  (DAP) including ABA strategies.
• Provided community resources, education, and coaching to families to
  increase knowledge and advocacy skills.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing clients'' developmental needs

• Conducted functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSPs) for students experiencing behavioral challenges
• Devised measurement tools to evaluate effectiveness of coaching, classroom instruction or training interventions
• Supervised and guided assistants and aides working with students
• Developed and delivered training for teachers and support staff on creating inclusive and supportive classrooms
• Provided ongoing coaching and support to teachers and paraprofessional staff on implementing behavior support plans and classroom management strategies.

Grades K-2, Autistic Support, Bache-Martin Elementary School, 2013-2018

Grades 7-8, Middle Years Math, E. Washington Rhodes Middle School, 2012-2013

Grades 10-12, Algebra II, Chemistry, and Corrective Math Benjamin Franklin High School 2011-2012

Grades 6-8, Science and Social Studies Alain Locke Elementary School Jan-June 2011

• Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
• Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
• Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.