Experience Summary
I am certified k-12 in special education. I have a master's in special education, adult education, and k-12 administration.
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER/ ADMINISTRATOR
~Creative ~ Strong leadership skills~ Team player~ Adaptable ~ Knowledgeable
Strong and knowledgeable in special education with a strong focus on individual needs. Establishes positive roles in the environment as a strong leader of Tomorrow’s students. Set standards that are high, but achievable. Develop programs that incorporate all styles of learning and abilities. Involved with community concerns and business relationships. Able to connect, identify, and support family concerns in regards to educational needs.
Areas of proficiency include:
• Individualized Education Plans Student Motivation
• Behavior Analysis Educational Disturbed Individuals
• Exceptional Individuals Special Education Methods
• Law and Public Education Leadership and Policy for Inclusions
• Curr and Instruction leadership Lead & Challenge Schools
EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS
University of Buffalo, Amherst, New York- 6/2008
Degree: Master of Science in Educational Leadership
Buffalo State College, Buffalo, New York- 6/2005
Degree: Master of Science in Adult Ed./ Administration
Buffalo State College, Buffalo, New York- 6/2002
Degree: Master of Science in Special Education
D’Youville College, Buffalo, New York- 6/1996
Degree: Bachelor of Science in Special Education
Certificates
Special Education Teacher, Permanent Certificate
School Administrator/ Supervisor, Provisional Certificate
School District Administrator, Permanent Certificate
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Self-Contain Teacher, 9/1998- Present
• Instructs learning disabled, emotional disturb, and mentally retarded using a variety of teaching strategies.
• Evaluates, assesses, and analyze student results.
• Develop individual treatment plans for students to become successful.
• Employed diverse techniques to promote active learning, including individualized instruction, problem-solving tasks, and small group instruction.
• Provided flexibility in regards to instruction in diverse environments.
Administrative Intern, 7/2007- 1/2008
• Administers and evaluated the District- wide K-12 Special Education Program.
• Designed, implemented, and ensured compliance relative to Federal and State regulations in regards to special education services.
• Administered and evaluated District Alternative Education and Graduate Equivalency Programs.
• Designed procedures, and ensured compliance in regards to Federal and State regulations governing Section 504 process.
• A member of the special education START Program.
Medical Home Teacher, 9/1998- Present
• Instructed medical students approved for home teaching in content areas.
• Instructed Behavioral Challenged students on home teaching that were suspended from the regular school environment.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES
• Study skills (2000)
• Orton- Gillingham Reading Method (2004)
• Implementation of America Choice Reading Program (2001)
• Understanding Poverty (2002)
• IEP Direct Training (2004)
• Mentoring Teachers (2004)
• Fast-Forward Training (2005)
• Using DRA’S to get Results (2005)
• America Choice Ramp Up (2006)
• Motivation- A Deep Look (2006)
• Implementing New IEP Procedures (2007)
• Interactive white lessons (2009)
• Formative Assessment Strategies for Every Classroom (2009)
TECHNOLOGICAL INTEGRATION & SKILLS
Microsoft word ~ Microsoft Excel ~ Microsoft PowerPoint ~ Microsoft Publish
References Available Upon Request
Teaching Style
I have a mutisensory teaching style, with a hands on approach.
My Hobbies
I enjoy reading all types of material. I also enjoy taking walks after dinner.