Melissa Levitt
Foxborough
Summary
Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Norwood Public Schools
09.2015 - Current
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Increased parent involvement through the organization of workshops, conferences, and informational sessions on topics relevant to special education services.
- Streamlined classroom processes by integrating technology tools such as interactive whiteboards and assistive devices designed for students with disabilities.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Special Education Paraprofessional
New Bedford Public Schools
01.2014 - 06.2015
- Enhanced reading comprehension by implementing targeted literacy interventions and strategies.
- Increased student engagement through the use of interactive reading materials and technology integration.
- Developed individualized learning plans for diverse learners, addressing specific literacy needs and goals.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to optimize growth.
- Provided ongoing support for struggling readers by offering one-on-one tutoring sessions and small group instruction.
- Cultivated a supportive learning environment that encouraged students to take risks and develop confidence in their reading abilities.
- Established positive relationships with families, collaborating on strategies to support at-home literacy development efforts.
Education
Masters - Special Education
Wheelock College
Boston, MA08.2013
Bachelors - Elementary Education
Curry College
Milton, MA06.2012
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Curriculum Adjustments
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Progress Evaluations
- Skills Development
- Motivating Students
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Instructional Strategies
- Differentiated Instruction
- Parent Communication
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Parent Communications
- Small Group Instruction
- Elementary Education
- Parent-Teacher Collaboration
- Special Education
- Individualized Instruction
- Mathematics Intervention
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Norwood Public Schools
09.2015 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
New Bedford Public Schools
01.2014 - 06.2015
Masters - Special Education
Wheelock College
Bachelors - Elementary Education
Curry College
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