Shanna V.
Private tutor in Freeport, NY
Education
Childhood Education and Special Education Major Masters Degree at LIU at CW Post G.P.A 3.7, Graduated 2011
Experience
I am a reliable, efficient and patient person and I would like to be a tutor because I like to see children succeed. I have been working at Nassau BOCES for the past 7 years. Some of my experience there as well as a school in Bellerose include the following but not limited to: - Summer Program, July 2014 - August 2014 - Develop and administer lesson plan(s) for class of Eighth grade students with learning, behavioral, emotional and developmental disabilities - Implement Individualized Education Program for each special education student - Differentiate activities and goals to meet each student’s individual needs and abilities - Utilize diverse techniques to promote active learning, including: individualized instruction, problem solving assignments and small group work - Employ reward system to encourage student participation during class - Engage in regular and ongoing dialogue with parents, administrators and various service providers to ensure student success inside and outside the classroom - Assist professional staff in all aspects of the education and development students - Implement and maintain BIPs, IEPs and FBAs for students with a variety of disabilities, including: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Mental Retardation, Hearing/Vision Impairments and Behavioral Disorders - Establish detailed written and oral reports on student progress - Supervise and assist students with school work in a one on one setting - Interact with parents/guardians at the direction of the teacher - Enforce classroom rules and behavior plans in accordance with school guidelines - Monitor and maintain the safety and security of students - Assist in creating and maintaining a constructive education environment - Provided differentiated instruction for children with disabilities where appropriate - Developed classroom lesson and unit plans in accordance with NYS standards - Executed all necessary preparatory work to compliment lesson and unit plans - Coordinated with other staff members to create student and classroom schedules - Conducted formal and informal student evaluations - Assessed and documented student progress on an ongoing basis - Interacted with parents/guardians of students - Integrated modern technology into the classroom for assistive purposes - Comprehended and followed guidelines, goals and accommodations in students IEPs - Enforced school and classroom rules to create and maintain a safe and constructive work environment for all students
Availability
Weekdays in the afternoon, Weekends in the morning
Can Meet
Up to 25 minutes away for a flat fee, Up to 20 minutes away for no additional charge
Hobbies
Some of my interests and hobbies include the following: Drawing Painting Kayaking Traveling Volunteering Practicing Yoga and Meditation Maintaining a healthy lifestyle
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