Special Education Teacher

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Education

Master of Education (GPA: 4.0) Expected Graduation: February 2016

Lesley University Cambridge, Massachusetts

Major: Early Childhood Education (Prek-2) w/wo

Disabilities and Creative Arts in Learning

Master of Education (GPA: 4.0) May 2012

Lesley University Cambridge, Massachusetts

Major: Special Education - Moderate Disabilities – Pre-k through 8

Becker College Worcester, Massachusetts

College Coursework - no degree Attended 1994-1997

Major: Early Childhood Education (GPA: 3.8)

Bachelor of Arts May 1992

Assumption College Worcester, Massachusetts

Major: Political Science

Certifications

Massachusetts Preliminary Academic License

Early Childhood (Pre-K-2) License # 485350

Anticipated Initial Academic License January 2016

Massachusetts Preliminary Academic License

Moderate Disabilities (Pre-K-8)

Pending

Sheltered English Immersion Endorsement

Anticipated 2016

Experience

Student Teacher October 2015 - December 2015

Walter J Paton Elementary School Shrewsbury, Massachusetts

Developed and implemented lesson plans in a fully integrated first grade classroom of 19

students based on the Massachusetts Professional Standards for Teachers, the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks/Common Core State Standards, and WIDA.

Assumed full responsibility of the classroom for two weeks

Used the social/emotional curriculums of Social Thinking and Responsive Classroom to guide classroom management

Delivered high quality, differentiated instruction in balanced literacy via The Daily 5,

Rigby Reading, Words Their Way and Reading with TLC (Lively Letters) and in mathematics

via Math in Focus

Collaborated with building curriculum coach in the use of Lucy Caulkins writing program

Used technology such as interactive whiteboard, document camera and appropriate internet resources to deliver appropriate instruction

Assisted in implementation of 504 Plans and Individualized Education Plans in the classroom

Attended full staff meetings, grade level meetings and planned instruction with first grade team during grade level common planning time

Designed and used various evaluative procedures to assess student learning and plan appropriate instruction.

Communicated with parents through newsletters and conferences with Supervising Practitioner

Lead Preschool Teacher

Worcester Public Schools/ September 2014 – Present

Worcester Child Development Center - Head Start Worcester, Massachusetts

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Develop, write and implement curriculum with a strong understanding of the Head Start Performance Standards, the Massachusetts Curriculum Framework for Pre-Kindergarten and

a thorough knowledge and application of Developmentally Appropriate Practices for a

full-day integrated preschool classroom.

Maintains a comprehensive and ongoing portfolio assessment for each child, including weekly observations in each area, examples of the child's work, and a developmental assessment using the Work Sampling System

Works with Teachers, Teacher Assistants and volunteers to use and develop their skills and abilities in planning and carrying out classroom activities

Uses the playground as an extension of the classroom

Collaborates with special education team to prepare and implement children's Individual Education Plans

Uses home visits and parent conferences to discuss the child's individual development and progress, assist the parents in developing observational skills and solicit parent observations

Actively assists in transition to kindergarten activities; Attends staff trainings, meetings, and parent meetings

Applied Behavior Analysis Technician August 2006 - August 2014

Shrewsbury Public Schools Shrewsbury, Massachusetts

This position allowed me to work across the district at the preschool, kindergarten, first grade, and middle school levels. Responsibilities and duties included the following:

Applied behavioral principles consistently in all interactions with students

Implemented Individualized Education Plans under the direction of the behavior analysts/consultants both in the integrated classroom settings and in the sub-standard classroom setting

Assisted students, as needed, to acquire academic, social skills and/or appropriate life skills.

this included toilet training, eating, and other self-help skills.

Wrote Individual Education Plans, progress reports, and other requested written assignments related to the students

Became fluent in the understanding and use of of the assessment tools such as CARS and ABLLS

Functioned as an active member of the educational team

Effectively responded to and managed crisis situations which may include student physical aggression

Lead Preschool Teacher August 1999 - May 2006

Country Montessori Preschool Sutton, Massachusetts

• Planned and implemented the Montessori curriculum. Gave appropriate presentations and established a record keeping system to track the children’s progress.

• Supervised the classroom assistant and parent volunteers. Provided necessary instruction and training for those assisting in the classroom environment.

• Ensured respectful and open lines of communication with parents was available to parents through written communication, setting up conferences, and educating parents in Montessori philosophy.

Awards and Distinctions

First Books Grant Award Winner - September 2015

Winner of $500 Banking on Books grant from the TD Charitable Foundation the charitable giving arm of TD Bank N.A., through First Book. First Book provides new books to children in need, addressing one of the most important factors affecting literacy – access to books.

John P. Collins Award for Excellence - Nominee - Shrewsbury Public Schools -- January 2013

Recognized for making a positive impact in the Shrewsbury Public Schools, by working according to the district core values of respect and responsibility, collaboration and communication, commitment to high standards and expectations and equity to all students. The nominee works to make the mission of the Shrewsbury Public Schools part of the students' daily experiences.

Experience With The Following Curriculums and Assessment Tools

DIBELS

Fountas and Pennell

Marie Clay

Edmark

The Daily 5 and C.A.F.E

Developmental Reading Assessments (DRAs)

Picture Exchange Communication System and Proloquo2go

Everyday Math

Math Connects

Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale (ECERS)

Get Ready to Read Screening Tool

Early Screening Inventory - Preschool

Woodcock-Johnson - Normative III

Key Math 3

Behavior Assessment System for Children - 2 (BASC-2)

Devereaux Early Childhood Assessment

Conners Rating Scale

Gilliam Asperger's Disorder Scale

Child Autism Ratings Scale

Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS)

References Furnished Upon Request

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