Second Grade Teacher, Fairport, NY (09/12-present)
Grade 2, 24 students, Brooks Hill Elementary School
• Differentiated instruction working 1:1 and small groups in literacy, math, and writing.
• Created and utilized formative and summative assessment, including Fountas & Pinnell reading assessments and Kathy Richardson math assessments, in planning instruction.
• Communicated with parents/guardians through the use of weekly ‘conversation starters’ a, a classroom website, and parent teacher conferences.
• Applied behavior and lesson modifications to support student learning.
• Integrated the use of technology to increase student interest and understanding.
• Contributed in professional development opportunities including grade level and special education meetings as well as common core learning standard examination and application.
• Worked closely with consultant special education teacher to support two students with IEPs.
Fairport Central School District, Fairport, NY (01/12-06/12)
Long Term Special Education Teacher, Grades 2-3, 12:1:1 Classroom, Brooks Hill Elementary School
• Planned and facilitated student-centered lessons in all content areas for students with disabilities including autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, language delays, and learning disabilities, as well as English Language Learners.
• Effectively integrated new Common Core Learning Standards with district curriculum for second and third grade students with varied developmental readiness.
• Administered NYS Math and ELA exams to students with test modifications.
• Worked closely with other service providers to coordinate push-in and pull-out support from speech-language pathologist, occupational therapist, physical therapist, counselor, and ESOL teacher.
• Served as case manager for annual review meetings and created IEPs.
• Coordinated and led parent teacher conferences and CSEs. Managed and communicated with families regarding behavior intervention plans.