Nicole Howard
Lynnfield
Summary
Dedicated special education teacher with extensive experience supporting students with diverse learning needs across a range of disabilities. Proven expertise in behavior management, individualized instruction, and curriculum adaptation to foster academic, social, and emotional growth. Skilled in developing and implementing IEPs, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and creating inclusive classroom environments. Committed to empowering all students to reach their full potential through evidence-based strategies, and a student-centered approach.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Everett Public Schools
Everett
08.2019 - Current
- Develop individualized education plans (IEPs) for students within the Integrated Learning Program (ILP).
- Create a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Collaborate with service providers to create daily schedules based on student IEPs.
- Facilitate 1:1 or small group instruction tailored to individual student needs.
- Train classroom staff on effective special education practices and resources.
- Adapt curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Adapt instructional materials to enhance student engagement.
- Incorporate interactive visual aids and technology into student lesson plans to support learning.
- Identify the learning needs of students with disabilities, and implement appropriate interventions.
- Monitor the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
- Conduct assessments to evaluate student learning and growth.
- Develop and maintain individualized, skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
- Implement behavior management strategies, and promote positive behaviors.
- Facilitate group activities to promote social skills, teamwork, and behavioral skills.
- Work collaboratively with related service providers.
- Collaborate with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Advocate for the needs of the ILP students.
- Communicate regularly with parents, guardians, or caregivers to support student progress and share information about upcoming events.
- Attend and participate in IEP meetings for each student.
- Maintain accurate records of student progress toward IEP goals.
- Attend parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Develop quarterly progress reports based on student performance.
- Attend monthly school-wide and special education meetings.
- Participate in district-wide professional development.
Special Education ESY Teacher
Everett Public Schools
Everett
07.2020 - 07.2024
- Led instruction for special education students in the Extended School Year (ESY) program from July to August.
- Collaborated with service providers to create daily schedules aligned with Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
- Planned and executed academic and social activities tailored to student needs.
- Guided classroom staff in implementing engaging activities to enhance student participation.
- Maintained consistent communication with parents and caregivers regarding progress updates.
- Developed comprehensive progress reports for each student based on IEP assessments at ESY conclusion.
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Salemwood School
Malden
08.2015 - 06.2018
- Responsibilities equivalent to Everett's positions.
- Taught for three school years and two summer programs.
Special Education Preschool Teacher
Doyle Early Childhood Center
Wakefield
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Led instruction for preschoolers with special needs during the summer school program.
- Responsibilities equivalent to the Malden and Everett summer programs.
Education
Masters of Education - Integrated Curriculum
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN11-2026
Licensure: Moderate Disabilities, PreK-8, Initial -
08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Education
Westfield State University
Westfield, MA05.2015
Bachelor of Art - Spanish
Westfield State University
Westfield, MA05.2015
Skills
- Special education
- Autism spectrum
- IEP development
- IEP implementation
- Classroom organization
- Classroom management
- Behavior management
- Behavior modification
- De-escalation techniques
- Functional behavior assessment
- Behavior intervention plans
- Instructional design
- Group and individual instruction
- Social skills development
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum adaptation
- Visual supports
- Instructional technology
- Assistive technology
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Social skills training
- Social-emotional learning
- Skills development
- Sensory integration
- Literacy strategies
- Math strategies
- Collaborative teaching
- Student assessment
- Data collection
- Student support
- Team collaboration
- Inclusion strategies
- Parent communication
- Progress evaluations
- Paraprofessional oversight
Certification
Moderate Disabilities, PreK-8, Initial, 2019-08-01, Passed all sections of MA Tests for Educator Licensure
Timeline
Special Education ESY Teacher
Everett Public Schools
07.2020 - 07.2024
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Everett Public Schools
08.2019 - Current
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Salemwood School
08.2015 - 06.2018
Special Education Preschool Teacher
Doyle Early Childhood Center
06.2015 - 08.2015
Masters of Education - Integrated Curriculum
American College of Education
Licensure: Moderate Disabilities, PreK-8, Initial -
Bachelor of Science - Education
Westfield State University
Bachelor of Art - Spanish
Westfield State University
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