MARIA BRYAN-DIXON

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St. Albans, NY 11412

718-***-**** jf5x7z@r.postjobfree.com

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

Dedicated Special Education Teacher with seven years experience motivating all students to achieve their highest potential. Empathetic child advocate who strives to build a supportive educational environment and develop creative, data-driven instruction / methodologies that address the unique needs of each student. Skilled at all phases of IEP development and implementation; expert at designing / adapting instruction, managing classroom behavior, and integrating technology across the curriculum. Collaborative team player with excellent organization and communication abilities; proficient using a variety of Microsoft and educational applications.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION

TOURO COLLEGE – New York, NY

Master of Science in Education, Special Education (Grades 1-6), 2010

NEW YORK STATE READING ACADEMY – New York, NY

Reading Certificate, 2006

YORK COLLEGE – Jamaica, NY

Bachelor of Science in Accounting, 2003

Certification: Public School Teacher, Students with Disabilities (Grades 1-6) – State of New York

Public School Teacher, Common Branches (Grades 1-6) – State of New York

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PS 136 QUEENS, St. Albans, NY 2006 – 2010

Special Education Teacher (2008-2010)

• Provide individualized instruction, academic support, and IEP oversight for students with emotional disturbances and learning disabilities identified as needing special education services.

• Write Individual Education Plans (IEPs) based on assessment findings and priorities identified by each student’s care team.

• Implement IEP objectives across various settings and collect data on effectiveness; evaluate student achievement toward goals and objectives, modifying curriculum and strategies as needed.

• Conduct observations and needs assessments; create and lead diverse, differentiated, and data-driven instructional activities that are age-appropriate, functional, motivating, and fully reflective of IEP goals.

• Utilize hands-on activities, manipulatives, learning centers, and thematic units to engage students and improve knowledge retention.

• Partner with parents, regular education teachers, and other service providers to employ accommodations, and develop and modify curriculum and learning strategies to meet academic and developmental goals.

• Facilitate IEP meetings and parent conferences.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE – Continued

PS 136 QUEENS – St. Albans, NY Continued

Substitute Teacher / Student Teacher (2006-2008)

• Provided extensive creative and engaging individualized instruction in reading and math.

• Developed and implemented modifications and interventions, including behavior contracts and positive reinforcement, to manage behavior of students with learning disabilities and behavioral disorders.

• Partnered closely with mentor teachers and colleagues in lesson planning and assessment strategies.

• Integrated technology across the curriculum; maintained records and regular communication with parents.

BETHEL CHRISTIAN LEARNING ACADEMY – Cambria Heights, NY 2003 – 2006

3rd and 4th Grade Teacher

• Designed hands-on lessons and provided engaging, data-driven instruction in all subject areas, including reading, writing, math, social studies, and science, in a private school setting.

• Oversaw third grade Reading First program; partnered with local restaurant to establish Family Literacy Nights; provided assistance with Career Day and Christmas production.

• Developed small-group lessons and weekly assessments to meet varying academic levels and needs.

• Maintained regular communication with parents through conferences, correspondence, and monthly newsletter.

• Ensured order and discipline through a positive classroom management plan; managed student records.

• Implemented technology across the curriculum.

RELATED EXPERIENCE

ALLEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL – Jamaica, NY 2008 – 2010

Math Club Coach

• Led enrichment activities for math club students; oversaw student participation in the Stock Market Game.

• Won 2008 Award of Excellence.

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