...I have experience modifying the curriculum to meet the needs of students with diverse characteristics. I was a special ed teacher supporting students in a resource room model for almost 10 years. I designed individualized education plans and implemented them with accuracy and fidelity. (read more)
...I've taught non-verbal student's on the spectrum who used assistive technology to verbalize as well as student's in classrooms with Regent's expectations for high school. I've worked with children with language learning issues for over 20 years. I've taught student's with Dyslexia to read using Orton-Gillingham multi-sensory reading techniques specifically for five years. (read more)
...I am trained in LLI, Fundations, and The Wilson Reading System. I have a portfolio will samples of student work, data showing growth, and pictures of my classroom experience. I can provide copies of both state certifications (Elementary Education Teacher K-6 and Reading Specialist Birth- Adult) that I hold. (read more)