Special Education Teacher

LISA L. YOUNG

Pittsburgh, PA ***** • 412-***-**** • *********@*******.*** • WWW: Bold Profile

Professional Summary

I am an experienced Special Education Teacher with a wealth of knowledge and expertise gained from over two decades of dedicated service in the field of education. I am currently in pursuit of a remote position within your organization, aiming to capitalize on the diverse skills I have acquired during my 21-year professional career. I aim to employ the expertise I have gained to make a valuable contribution within your esteemed organization. I hold a Master's Degree in Education and have obtained certifications to teach Pre K-4, Special Education to students with mental and/or physical disabilities in grades K-12, and Elementary Education. Furthermore, I have achieved certification as a highly qualified English teacher for grades 7-12, showcasing my exceptional writing abilities.

Throughout my professional career, I have consistently demonstrated my ability to establish and maintain positive relationships, foster effective communication, handle case management responsibilities, and successfully collaborate with various community and school-based organizations. As you review my qualifications, I encourage you to consider the impact I can make on your organization. My extensive skill set and innovative approach to problem-solving will undoubtedly enhance your company's productivity and profitability.

Skills

Throughout my extensive professional tenure as a special educator, I have consistently demonstrated the fulfillment of all requisite duties and obligations within each of my roles. I have been able to demonstrate a diverse set of adaptable skills while consistently achieving desired outcomes.

These include:

●Instructional Design & Data Driven Instruction:

Developed customized plans and individualized

instruction, employing a range of presentation styles to cater to the unique needs of diverse backgrounds and various disabilities.

●Communication & Teamwork: Communicated with

all members of the team, including students,

parents, administrators, and liaisons from external agencies.

●Leadership & Behavior Management: Assisted

students in cultivating positive and appropriate

relationships with their peers and staff members.

●Management & Organization: Managed and

documented all aspects pertaining to the individuals on my caseload.

●Creativity and Planning: Planned excursions for

students, aimed at engaging them in real-life

activities that foster the enhancement of essential daily living skills and independence.

Work History

HS Virtual Special Education Teacher, 02/2018 to 04/2020 INSIGHT PA CYBER SCHOOL – Export, PA

Provided virtual instruction and support for special education students- grades 9-12

●Oversaw and assumed full accountability for all facets and obligations pertaining to my caseload

●Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs

●Exhibited proficiency in a diverse range of computer proficiencies and software applications employed within a virtual environment

●Coordinated, taught, and developed a collaborative teaching environment for students in English (9th-12th grade)

●Coordinated, taught, and developed an educational class tailored to enhance Intensive Reading skills (9th-12th grade)

HS Sped. Teacher-Life Skills/Special Education Transition Coordinator, 08/2016 to 02/2018 NEW BRIGHTON SCHOOL DISTRICT – New Brighton, PA

Developed a comprehensive Life Skills curriculum and established a dedicated classroom environment with the focus of facilitating smooth transitions for students ranging from grades 9-12 (up to age 21)

●Oversaw and assumed full accountability for all facets and obligations pertaining to my caseload

●Created and implemented new exciting and creative projects aimed at enriching students' daily living and equipping them with essential workforce skills

●Provided guidance on the fundamental principles of professional conduct in the workplace and created opportunities for students to showcase their acquired skills Some examples include:

●Managed and ran the "The Roar Store and More" Coffee/Breakfast Cart and School store supplies

●Managed and operated the "Go Green" Recycling Program (school-wide job created for my Life Skills classroom)

●Organized and implemented Job Shadowing/ Work Study initiatives, Curriculum Based Community Outings, and volunteer programs to instill crucial workplace competencies

●Served as the school team liaison for the United Youth Committee (UYC) at New Brighton High School, Unified Bocce Special Olympics

Volunteer opportunities-Life Skills classroom

●Pennies for Patients-Lymphoma and Leukemia Society

●Beaver Falls Food Bank-Collection and stocking

●Earth Day Cleanup-New Brighton School District

●Kindergarten Reading Buddies-New Brighton Elementary School HS Sped. Teacher-Life Skills/Special Education Transition Coordinator, 08/2008 to 08/2016 STO-ROX SCHOOL DISTRICT – McKees Rocks, PA

Developed a comprehensive Life Skills curriculum and established a dedicated classroom environment with the focus of facilitating smooth transitions for students ranging from grades 9-12 (up to age 21)

●Oversaw and assumed full accountability for all facets and obligations pertaining to my caseload

●Guided students on the fundamental principles of professional conduct in the workplace

●Developed projects and activities to showcase students' acquired skills Some examples include:

●Managed and operated the "Go Green" Recycling Program (school-wide job created for my Life Skills classroom)

●Organized and implemented Job Shadowing/ Work Study initiatives, Curriculum Based Community Outings, and volunteer programs to instill crucial workplace competencies

●Creator and team leader of the Sto-Rox S.T.A.R.S, an initiative aimed at fostering collaboration between regular education and special education students for volunteer activities

●Established collaborative partnerships with educational staff and external organizations aiming to provide my students with essential competencies for their daily lives and work settings

●Designed and executed a work-study program involving several entities within and outside of the school to support the vocational needs of transition-aged students

●Developed and executed a highly effective work-study program promoting collaboration between internal and external stakeholders to meet the vocational needs of my students Volunteer opportunities-Life Skills classroom

●Pennies for Patients-Lymphoma and Leukemia Society

●Daffodil Days-American Heart Association

●Earth Day Cleanup-McKees Rocks community

Extended School Year Summer ES Program Aide, 06/2016 to 08/2016 AVONWORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – Ohio Township, PA

Assisted elementary-age students in the YMCA summer camp

●Oversaw and provided guidance for students aged 6 to 12, who are confronted with disabilities and present a wide range of individual needs

●Assisted students in fostering constructive relationships with both their peers and teachers by demonstrating appropriate behavior, providing valuable feedback, and implementing positive reinforcement techniques

●Aided students in the development and improvement of their personal and social skills

●Facilitated efficient and clear communication with staff members, students, parents, and coordinators Transition Services Coordinator, 01/2006 to 01/2008 HOLY FAMILY INSTITUTE/LEARNING – Emsworth, PA

Facilitated the transition from student life to adulthood for students with disabilities during significant life transitions

●Coordinated and facilitated meetings with relevant stakeholders to ensure the provision of services for students transitioning to adulthood

●Facilitated and chaperoned student visits to prospective postgraduate placements, such as Job Corps, CCAC, Bidwell, and other relevant institutions

●Implemented virtual transition programs to provide comprehensive career exploration, resume writing, and workforce readiness education

●Provided students with comprehensive guidance and support to develop crucial social and behavioral competencies necessary for success in the employment sector

●Designed and executed a work-study program to support the vocational needs of transition-aged students HS, MS, & ES Special Education Teacher, 01/1999 to 01/2006 HOLY FAMILY INSTITUTE/LEARNING – Emsworth, PA

Taught in a variety of Full-time Special education classrooms at the Elementary, Middle and High School levels.

●Oversaw and assumed full accountability for all facets and obligations pertaining to my caseload

●Worked in a full-time Special Education classroom for 3rd-5th grade students for a consecutive 6 years

●Developed lesson plans and instructed students according to IEPS, diverse backgrounds, and various disabilities

●Delivered comprehensive emotional support services and assistance to students across various age groups

●Served as the High School Learning Support Teacher at Avonworth High School, offering support and guidance to students with special needs

ES Special Education Teacher - ESY Summer Program, 06/2000 to 08/2001 AVONWORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – Ohio Township, PA

Taught Intensive Reading program to students entering 2nd grade and Pre-Kindergarten

●Developed a comprehensive curriculum for the Summer Reading Program with the primary objective of enhancing the reading proficiency of elementary students to meet grade-level standards

●Designed and implemented customized lesson plans tailored to the unique needs of students, in accordance with the established reading program

●Utilized various instructional strategies such as small group activities, personalized instruction, and diverse learning stations to cater to the unique needs of every student Education

Master's of Arts: Education, 01/2013

Dominican University - River Forest, IL

●GPA: 3.75

●Recipient of the Bisk Education Academic Scholarship Bachelor of Science: Special Education, 05/1999

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania - Slippery Rock, PA

●GPA : 3.6

●Inducted as Golden Key National Honor Society member: 1999

●Certification in Special Education : Mentally and/or Physically Handicapped K-12, May 1999

●Highly qualified - Certified English 7-12 & PreK-4 Volunteer

●Pine Richland Middle School - Volunteer After School Program for assisting special needs students, Gibsonia, PA : Grade 8

●D.T Watson Rehabilitation - Volunteer Day School Program for assisting special needs students, Sewickley, PA : Preschool-Elementary grades

●The School of Exceptional Children - Volunteer After School Program for assisting special needs students, Slippery Rock University, PA : Grades 6-8

●Slippery Rock Middle School - Volunteer After School Program for assisting special needs students, Slippery Rock, PA : Grades 7-8

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