Sandra Wallach
Lunenburg
Summary
Experienced Special Education Teacher specializing in tailored learning experiences and collaborative teamwork. Proven ability to implement inclusion strategies and maintain effective communication with parents, driving positive outcomes for diverse learners.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Shrewsbury Public Schools
45 Oak Street
08.1992 - 06.2025
- Developed individualized education plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Implemented adaptive teaching strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to address behavioral and academic challenges.
- Monitored student progress through assessments and adjusted instruction as necessary.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
American International College
Springfield, MASkills
- Differentiated instruction
- Individual education plans Individualized Education Program
- Co-teaching experience
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative teamwork
- Inclusion strategies
- Parent communication
- Curriculum adjustments
- Small group instruction
Accomplishments
- Trained fellow teachers on the procedures for completing Individual Education Plans.
- Supervised team of 5 staff members Intensive Learning Center
- Taught Summer School for students on IEP's Middle School Level
- Long-Term Substitute October 2024- December 2024. Special Education Inclusion Teacher 7th grade
- Long-Term Substitute September 2025-June 2026
Certification
- Licensed Moderate Special Needs - Since 1994
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Shrewsbury Public Schools
08.1992 - 06.2025
Master of Arts - Special Education
American International College