Special Education General
Resume:
Beverlee Ann. Spencer *****************@*****.*** 201-***-****/347-***-****
Experienced teacher seeks to combine my background working with diverse populations with my solid track record improving student achievement scores.
Work Experience
ELA/MATH Teacher January 01,2023- Present
My First Step Enrichment Programs/Scholar's Path Corp
• Provide tutoring language arts and math instruction to 3rd grader in special education/general education students
• Work directly with students individually and in small groups.
• Assist in modifying curriculum so it is appropriate for students' needs.
Inclusion Teacher Mount Carmel Guild Academy,West Orange, NJ 07052 September 2021-June2022
An inclusive classroom features student of all learning styles and ability levels. An inclusive classroom 8 mix of gifted students, auditory learners, visual learners and students with disabilities such as ADHD, students who are in wheelchairs, and students with executive functioning issues. Experience working with diverse students is a plus, as well as empathy and strong interpersonal skills.
SETSS Teacher
Globe Comm.Charter School/Committee Special Education10, New York, NY September 2016 to 2019
•To provide support to these students specifically to achieve the mandated goals outlined in their IEP.
• To service students daily either in or out of their general education classroom.
• Work with teachers to modify curriculum, instruction, assignments, and assessments.
• Act as liaison between the CSE (Committee on Special Education), parents, and teachers.
SETSS Teacher
A to Z Tutoring - Summit, NJ September 2015 to 2018
• Provide language arts and math instruction to K-12 special education and general education students
• Work directly with students individually and in small groups.
• Assist in modifying curriculum so it is appropriate for students' needs.
TESOL Teacher
New Jersey Language Schools, Inc, Jersey City, NJ June 2016 to Sept 2016
• Prepared English language lessons for students of varying ability levels.
• Evaluated students' progress and tailored lessons accordingly.
• Provided additional tutoring to students requiring extra help.
Title I Teacher
Learn It Systems, Inc, New York, NY September2014 to June 2016
• Taught English and Math to low-achieving children from kindergarten to sixth grade.
• Student population included children with limited English skills and those with learning disabilities.
• Created and maintained database of all students' profiles, attendance and parent communications.
• 90% of students increased test scores so they were no longer eligible for Title I services.
Hear our Voices, Brooklyn, NY
Special Education Itinerant Teacher (SEIT)
• SEIT HEAR OUR VOICES Implements the child's Individualized Education Program
• (IEP) Collaborates with nursery school directors and teachers to meet the child's needs
• Coordinates the child's educational goals with other providers and therapist.
TESOL Teacher
Ardmore Language Schools, Inc, Jersey City, NJ June 2015 to August 2015
• Prepared English language lessons for students of varying ability levels.
• Evaluated students' progress and tailored lessons accordingly.
• Provided additional tutoring to students requiring extra help.
• Assisted with school administration and organized student social events including excursions.
• Recognized by Program Director for offsite health crisis management.
Assistant Director/Lead Counselor
Church of the Living, New York, NY January2005 to August 2014
• Assisted in leading Board of Trustees in policies and procedures
• Served as chairperson of the search committee to secure a new pastor
• Coordinated and developed fundraising projects and event planning for the church programs
• Trained Counselors in Training (CIT) in learning techniques and procedures for urban children
• Supervised all counseling and support in collaboration with staff and parents.
Teacher of Reading
Harvard Ed Learning Labs, New York, NY September2012 to Feb 2013
• Trained other instructors on using curricula model and implementing learning activities with challenged students
• Used company database to manage assignments and report student progress
• Assisted students in guided reading strategies to improve reading scores by 50% or more
Teacher/Tutor
Champion Learning Center, New York, NY September2008 to June 2012
• Used personalized learning strategies to improve student scores in reading and math
• Implemented individual development methodologies for all students
• Instruction contributed to an 85% reduction in learning deficits for all students
Head Children's Librarian
Brooklyn Public Library, Brooklyn, NY June2003 to 2005
Coordinator/Lead Teacher
The Living Church Homeless Outreach Program<New York, NY January2000 to 2004
Summer1999 The Peter Vallone Summer Sports Program (Asst.Director/lead teacher)
Coordinator/Lead Teacher
Jacob Rills After-School Basketball Program, LIC, NY September1995 to
Aug1997
Education
Masters of Education in Counseling
UTS Interfaith Seminary, New York, NY
Bachelors of Political Science in Business
York College, Jamaica, NY
AAS in Public Administration Hostos Comm.College, Bronx, NY
Skills
Chaplain
Saint John Episcopal Hospital
2014 to 2014 Coordinator/Poll Worker
Board of Election
2007 to 2014
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Case Management
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Individual / Group Counseling
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Project Coordination
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Teaching
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Crisis Management
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Library Services
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Special Education
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Tutoring
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Cooking
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Group Therapy
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Addiction Counseling
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Classroom Management
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Curriculum Development
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Crisis Intervention
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Behavioral Health
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Social Work
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Program Development
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Experience with children
List of References
1)Directors: Tiffany Diaz & Milagros Carbajal
Tiffany Diaz:
Email: **************@*****.***
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2) Justin Scaglione B.S.
Program Coordinator
ASPIRA Inc. of New Jersey
***********************@*****.***
Phone: 862-***-****
3)Mount Carmel Guild Academy/ Mr. Simone Vice Principal
100 Valley Way, West Orange, NJ 07052
4)Corey Ortega/Elected Assembly District Leader/70 District
5)Carol Surin
6) William Moses Brassall/Pastor /Mentor
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