Special Education Teacher

Summary of Qualifications

Extremely dedicated and results-oriented educator possessing superior leadership, organization and communication skills. A proactive and resourceful problem solver that recognizes and resolves challenges effectively and efficiently. Skilled in all areas of elementary and special education, with a proven track record of successfully drawing upon extensive managerial and multi-tasking abilities to engender positive learning environments.

Professional Experience

THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE – Mount Sinai, New York

FRANCHISE Owner/director 2009- Present

Roosevelt Children’s Academy – Roosevelt, New York 2002 – 2009

Assistant Middle School Principal 2006 – 2009

Special Education Coordinator/Resource Room Teacher/School Testing Coordinator 2004 – 10/2006

My responsibilities were to observe underachieving classroom students, provide daily resource room services for students in grades K-6, coordinate all aspects of special education student services with 9 different districts as well as, attending all meetings with the Committee on Special Education within those districts. Along with the above responsibilities, I oversee all state test coordination for the K-1 Center, Elementary School and the Middle School.

Special Education Teacher/Coordinator & Third Grade Math Teacher 2003 – 2004

Coordinate testing of new pupils for ESL services at a charter elementary school. Additionally, I served as the Code of Conduct Administrator at the Kindergarten and First Grade Center and supervised a team of eight kindergarten, first grade and cooperating teachers within the Center.

Third Grade Teacher 2002 – 2003

Certifications

Permanent Certification – Elementary Education, N-6

Provisional Certification – Student’s with Disabilities, 1-6

To Who It May Concern,

My career background encompasses instruction in special education, early childhood education and elementary education. Throughout the years I have been able practically apply concepts from my graduate work to my teaching and supervising both at Roosevelt Children’s Academy and The Learning Experience. I have consistently optimized students’ opportunities for success by increasing communication with parents and effectively interfacing with individuals on all levels of the educational hierarchy. These experiences have developed my leadership and communication skills, as well as my ability to work productively with a wide variety of people. I am confident that my work experience would allow me to provide many substantial contributions to your organization

I welcome the opportunity to meet with you and share more about my capabilities and the ways I can contribute to your team. Thank you for your time and courtesy in reviewing this material and for considering my qualifications for the position for which I am applying.

Sincerely,

Gina M. Falzone

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