Grace Birmingham
Dover
Summary
Dedicated Elementary Special Education Assistant skilled in behavior management, curriculum adaptation, and crisis intervention. Committed to fostering positive learning environments and supporting diverse learners to achieve their goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education EA
Pine Hill Elementary School
Sherborn
09.2024 - Current
- Maintained detailed records of student progress towards IEP goals, facilitating tailored instructional strategies.
- Implemented behavior management systems, fostering an environment of positive behavior and engagement.
- Supported students with daily activities and academic tasks in classroom settings.
- Adapted curriculum materials to align with individualized student needs, enhancing learning accessibility.
Tennis Coach
LINX Camps
Wellesley
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Designed engaging tennis drills that improved skill development for campers of various levels.
- Mentored coaches on effective teaching methods, enhancing their instructional capabilities.
- Instructed individual and group tennis lessons, fostering mastery of fundamental techniques.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Dover Sherborn Public School District
Dover
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Managed classroom behavior to foster a positive learning environment that encouraged student participation.
- Delivered engaging lessons tailored to diverse K-12 students, enhancing understanding across various subjects.
- Enforced classroom routines to ensure students remained on schedule and engaged in consistent learning.
Private Nanny
Sherborn Family
Sherborn
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Collaborated with parents to discuss daily routines and developmental milestones.
- Helped infants develop motor skills through various activities like crawling, walking.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to instructions from parents.
Restaurant Hostess
Blue on Highland
Needham
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Greeted and seated guests promptly in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Trained new hosts on protocols and customer service standards to ensure consistent guest experiences.
- Collaborated with serving staff, food runners, and bussers to maintain a clean and welcoming dining environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dover Sherborn High School
Dover, MA06-2020
Some College (No Degree) - Communications
Fairfield University
Fairfield, CTSkills
- Safety Care Trained
- IEP documentation
- Behavior management
- Curriculum adaptation
- Classroom management
- American sign language
- Crisis prevention and intervention
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
Timeline
Special Education EA
Pine Hill Elementary School
09.2024 - Current
Tennis Coach
LINX Camps
05.2024 - 08.2024
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Dover Sherborn Public School District
04.2024 - 06.2024
Private Nanny
Sherborn Family
05.2022 - 09.2022
Restaurant Hostess
Blue on Highland
06.2021 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
Dover Sherborn High School
Some College (No Degree) - Communications
Fairfield University