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William Nastasi

Hope Mills,NC

Summary

Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.

This is something that I am extremely passionate about. I have known I was meant to work with the special education population since I was 9 years old. I have never doubted that my purpose is to provide assistance and encouragement to those students who need it the most.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

EC Teacher

Public Schools Of Robeson County
08.2020 - Current
  • Improved student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities into lessons.
  • Developed curriculum for diverse learners, ensuring all students had access to a high-quality education.
  • Enhanced classroom management skills by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and establishing clear expectations.
  • Mentored struggling students with targeted interventions, resulting in increased academic success.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with parents through open communication, fostering a supportive learning environment at home and in the classroom.
  • Provided constructive feedback on student work, inspiring continuous improvement in their performance and understanding.
  • Promoted social-emotional well-being within the classroom, integrating character education and mindfulness techniques into daily routines.

Baseball Coach

Next Level Sports Academy
06.2015 - Current
  • Designed training programs for pitchers, improving accuracy and consistency in their performances.
  • Improved team performance by developing comprehensive practice plans and focusing on individual player development.
  • Assisted athletes in setting personal goals and provided guidance on how to achieve them through tailored training sessions.
  • Created a positive team environment, fostering strong relationships among players and coaching staff.
  • Developed custom workout routines for players that increased overall strength, speed, and agility.
  • Served as a mentor to student-athletes, providing academic support and guidance throughout their high school careers.

Head Aid

Cape Cod Challenger Club
06.2009 - 08.2013
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • In charge of overseeing day-to-day activities for children with disabilities
  • Work summer camps and afterschool programs for children with varying disabilites

Education

Master of Arts - Special Education

University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Pembroke, NC
06.2025

Bachelor of Science - Physical Education Teaching And Coaching

University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Pembroke, NC
07.2020

Skills

  • Adaptive Learning
  • Child Development
  • Cognitive Development
  • Play-Based Learning
  • Special Education
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Assessment Strategies
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Student Engagement
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Individualized Instruction
  • Social Skills Development
  • IEP development

Timeline

EC Teacher

Public Schools Of Robeson County
08.2020 - Current

Baseball Coach

Next Level Sports Academy
06.2015 - Current

Head Aid

Cape Cod Challenger Club
06.2009 - 08.2013

Master of Arts - Special Education

University of North Carolina At Pembroke

Bachelor of Science - Physical Education Teaching And Coaching

University of North Carolina At Pembroke
William Nastasi