A motivated professional with a Master of Science in Teaching Degree, specializing in Special Education

Summary of Qualifications:

• New York State Initial Teaching Certification, Early Childhood, grade 1 through grade 6

• New York State Initial Teaching Certification Early Childhood and Special Education, grade 1 through 6

Education:

Pace University Pleasantville, New York

Master’s Degree in Teaching Graduated May, 2013

• Major in Early Childhood Education grades 1 through 6, and Special Education grades 1 through 6

• Grade Point Average 3.92

• Awards: Pforzheimer Honors College, Dean’s List First Honors, Dean’s List Second Honors

Classroom Experience:

Taylor Ranch Elementary School Venice, Florida

Teacher’s Aide September 2013 to present

• Responsible for aiding teacher in daily activities and lessons in ESE pre-k classroom

• Assists teacher in behavior management of students

Bedford Road Elementary School Pleasantville, New York

Student Teacher, Special Education September 2012 to May 2013

• Taught 8 students in self-contained 4th grade classroom with various functional levels

• Developed and taught differentiated lessons in multiple subject areas aligned with common core standards and student IEP goals

• Assisted in monitoring and tracking data for meeting student IEP goals

• Developed behavioral intervention plans to modify and improve student behavior and self-monitoring skills

Frank G. Lindsay Elementary School Montrose, New York

Student Teacher, Special Education September 2011 to May 2012

• Team taught lessons in reading, mathematics, and science

• Motivated students by using positive reinforcement for classroom management

• Developed and taught lessons using technology and evidence-based practices

Related Work Experience:

Weezee World of Yes I Can Chappaqua, New York

Sensory Coach May 2012 to February 2013

• Supervised and developed activities for children ages 3-12

• Led small group classes

• Assisted in company’s after school program

Kaleidoscope Childcare Center Mount Kisco, New York

Assistant Teacher February 2010 to August 2011

• Provided care for children ages 1-2 years

• Assisted head teacher in preparing activities for child learning and development

• Cleaned and maintained room