Geneva City School DistrictSpecial Education Teacher
Jul. 2018 - Jul. 2022Geneva, New YorkI served as the special educator in 2nd - 4th grade integrated co-taught classes. As a special education teacher, I advocated for my students, ensured compliance with NYS and federal special education regulations, and found ways to help my students grow. Additionally, I was actively engaged in initiatives to enhance the school climate by participating in various committees and clubs. -Served as the ELA 4th-grade curriculum lead during the 2021/2022 school year, collaborating with my colleagues to write a new ELA curriculum that aligned with NYS standards. - Crafted and implemented individualized education programs (IEPs) for students on my caseload, tailoring plans to address their specific needs and learning styles. - Collaborated with counseling staff to provide comprehensive support for the social and emotional well-being of students. - Coached students as they worked to develop effective strategies for self-regulation, fostering independence and self-advocacy skills. - Conducted regular progress monitoring of students' IEP goals, consistently striving to help them grow academically and emotionally. - Differentiated instruction to ensure that all students experienced success and built confidence in their abilities. - Maintained open and proactive communication with parents, fostering a strong home-school connection to support student development. - Implemented a diverse range of instructional practices to engage and accommodate all types of learners, resulting in positive feedback from parents, administrators, and colleagues alike.