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William DiGianni

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Accomplished Special Education Teacher at New York City Department of Education, adept in IEP development and behavior management. Excelled in fostering parent-teacher collaboration and enhancing student engagement through innovative instructional strategies. Demonstrated expertise in autism spectrum disorders, ensuring tailored education for diverse learners. Proven track record in improving learning outcomes and fostering academic growth.

Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

8th Grade Special Education Teacher

New York City Department of Education
10.2018 - Current

I am responsible for complying with students Individual Educational programs (IEP's) and following their goals. I am responsible for differentiating the lessons materials along with providing with visual supports and scaffolds. I am required to collaborate with my fellow co teachers with planning out the curriculum and modifying the lessons that best suits each students with a disabilities educational learning needs.

I am also responsible to write up my students with disabilities annual IEP's each year, and setting up meetings with the parents. I am expected to make sure that the school remains in compliance with the childs IEP's. I am equally responsible to teach both the general education students and also the students with disabilities.

  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • 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.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
  • Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
  • Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
  • Utilized data from student assessments to tailor instruction, resulting in more effective learning outcomes.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Boosted student engagement in mathematics by introducing problem-solving activities that connected concepts to real-world situations.
  • Improved reading comprehension among students with learning disabilities by designing and delivering targeted literacy activities.
  • Fostered positive learning environment, reducing classroom disruptions through effective behavior management strategies.
  • Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
  • Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
  • Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
  • Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
  • Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Streamlined classroom processes by integrating technology tools such as interactive whiteboards and assistive devices designed for students with disabilities.
  • Organized field trips and community-based experiences that enriched students'' understanding of real-world applications for their skills.
  • Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
  • Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.

Substitute Teacher, K-12 Special Education

New York City Department of Education
09.2011 - 10.2018
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.

Education

Master of Science - Special Education

Long Island University
Brooklyn
06-2014

Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts

Hunter College
New York, NY
01-2004

High School Diploma -

South Shore High School
Brooklyn, New York
06-1999

Skills

  • Motivating students
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Disability assessment testing
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Parent communications
  • Visual supports
  • IEP implementation
  • Transition planning
  • IEP and BIP implementation
  • Evidence-based assessment
  • Job readiness training
  • IEP development
  • Multitasking
  • Time management abilities
  • Team building
  • Behavior Modification
  • Professionalism
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Student needs assessment
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Individualized education programs
  • Autism spectrum disorders
  • Behavior Management

Certification

  • Certified Special Education Teacher, New York City Department of Education - 2011-present

Timeline

8th Grade Special Education Teacher

New York City Department of Education
10.2018 - Current

Substitute Teacher, K-12 Special Education

New York City Department of Education
09.2011 - 10.2018

Master of Science - Special Education

Long Island University

Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts

Hunter College

High School Diploma -

South Shore High School
William DiGianni