Elementary Special Education Teacher

• Sep 2007 - Present

• Responsible for teaching general education students as well as students with various learning disabilities within a mainstreamed, inclusive classroom. • Adapt classroom instruction and assessments by using visual aids and real world examples to optimize student achievement. • Participate actively in staff and weekly professional learning community meetings • Collaborate with general education teachers, speech and occupational therapists as well as special area teachers. • Mentored several first-year teachers and student teachers • Developed I&RS handbook of strategies to support teachers in need. Additional Highlights: • Recipient of Union County Teacher Recognition Program • Yearly supervision and involvement in mentoring of new teachers • Active shareholder of Intervention & Referral Services Committee • In-depth knowledge of designing and evaluating curriculum programs • Ability to monitor, supervise and motivate students and educational staff • Sound understanding of curriculum standards • Mastery in developing and implementing effective Individualized Education Plans • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with admirable supervisory and monitoring skills • Strong management, interpersonal and organizational skills • Firm grasp of Applied Behavioral Analysis • Highly experienced in working collaboratively in a team environment • Proficiency in creating a positive school culture and climate Show less