Bio
Credentials
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MTEL in Math, Reading, Multi-Subject (Science and History)
Massachusetts Department of Education
Experience
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Perkins School for the Blind
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Watertown, Massachusetts
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Foreign Language and Braille Teacher
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Sep 2005 - Present
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Watertown, Massachusetts
Teaches Spanish and French at the Secondary Level to students ages 14-21 that are blind and/or visually impaired, with or without multiple disabilities; Provides instruction using Braille, adaptive technology and other compensatory devices; Teaches Independent Living skills and Expanded Core Curriculum skills in preparation for higher level of education and career education; Contributes to Individual Education Plans (IEP) and performs student specific assessments; Collaborates with member of educational team and families of students to ensure success
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International Language School
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Greater Boston Area
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Private Tutor
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2003 - 2004
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Greater Boston Area
Tutored business people relocating to France in French language skills
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Overseas Adventure Travel
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Greater Boston Area
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Asia Department Head
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1988 - 1993
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Greater Boston Area
Promoted, managed, and sold adventure travel tours in Asia, including Tibet, Bhutan, Nepal, Thailand, and India; Acted as ongoing liaison with overseas operators and guides; Coordinated transportation logistics, informed clients of medical requirements and packing information; Developed Sales and Marketing techniques targeted for past clients; Trained entry level assistants in servicing clients; Received Employee of the Year Award in 1989; Participated in local seminars and lectures on travel to remote destinations
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Education
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UMass Boston
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Special Education and Teaching -
University of Michigan
Bachelor’s Degree, Spanish Language and Literature, French Language and Literature
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