Driven, focused, and hardworking teaching professional with 7+ years of experience in elementary teaching with a concentration on special education students. Strong background in developing unique lesson plans to assist students in strengthening weaknesses and exploiting strengths on an individualized basis. Equipped with a significant level of intuitive and empathetic interpersonal abilities for maintaining positive rapport with students, guardians, and school administration.

Elementary Education Special Education Team Leadership Behavior Management

Curriculum Planning Training/Coaching SMART Boards PARCC Readiness

Complex Problem Solving Student Engagement Policy Development Standards Based Instruction

IEP Development LATIC Teaching Wilson Fundations Elementary/Middle School Education

  Instrumental in the design and implementation of math/science curriculum for 4^th and 5^th graders in addition to teaching general education, special education, and gifted/talented students

  Provide specialized instruction to students as needed, utilize both laptops and iPads during class instruction, and create lesson plans focused for STEM lab activities

  Maintain a significant knowledge of Learner Active Technology Infused classroom methodologies which increase student engagement/responsibility

  Directed a variety of teaching and administrative functions within a fast-paced environment with a focus on improving math and writing skills of both 2^nd and 4^th graders

  Utilized strong special education background in order to provide support to students with learning disabilities such as Autism in addition to creating unique teaching materials

  Reviewed and modified lesson plans and assignments for special needs students, assisted with various special projects within the department, and fostered positive relationships with parents/guardians

  Coordinated several teaching and administrative operations within an elementary school setting which included working closely with autistic students and providing individual student support

  Successfully improved student work completion rates from 25% to an average of 100% in addition to decreasing student behavioral outbursts

  Taught Wilson Fundations to a student with Oppositional Defiant Disorder, facilitated small group projects, and assisted with PARCC readiness training

  Oversaw a variety of teaching functions within both an elementary and middle school setting with a concentration on ensuring a safe and productive learning environment for students

  Utilize superior analytical abilities in order to adhere to each Teacher s set lesson plans, monitored student behavior, and compiled reports for returning Teachers