Lynne Solarz
San Rafael,CALIFORNIA
Summary
Accomplished Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Costa Rica International Academy, adept in differentiated instruction and classroom management. Excelled in fostering academic success through individualized education plans and collaborative teamwork. Demonstrated exceptional ability in enhancing student engagement and fostering meaningful parent-teacher partnerships, significantly contributing to the holistic development of students with diverse needs.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Costa Rica International Academy
Guanacaste Costa Rica
08.2022 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- 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.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
Special Education Teacher
Ross Valley School District
White Hill Middle School, Fairfax, CA
08.2016 - 06.2021
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Implemented individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs, ensuring personalized support.
- Collaborated with parents and other educators to develop comprehensive support plans, promoting student success.
- Promoted self-advocacy and independence in students with disabilities by teaching self-management and decision-making skills.
- Encouraged parent and guardian involvement in educational process, enhancing home-school connection and supporting student achievement.
- Advocated for rights and needs of students with special education requirements, ensuring access to appropriate resources and accommodations.
- Improved reading comprehension among students with learning disabilities by designing and delivering targeted literacy activities.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
Wise Academy
Wise Academy
Fairfax, CA
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
Special Education Director
Burt Children's Center
San Francisco, CA
01.2008 - 04.2009
- Evaluated six-person special education staff through classroom observation, feedback and recommendations.
- Facilitated IEP meetings by using family-centered, strength-based approach.
- Coached and observed two head teachers to improve teaching techniques.
- Collaborated with teachers to conduct behavioral assessments and intervention plans for thirty students.
- Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs.
- Led and managed child study teams to develop Behavioral interventions to support students academically and socially.
- Ensured a safe learning environment by addressing behavioral issues promptly and implementing appropriate interventions when necessary.
History Teacher
North Lawndale High School
Chicago, IL
08.2002 - 06.2007
- Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
- Fostered a positive classroom atmosphere encouraging open communication between peers and instructor alike.
- Tracked student progress using formative assessments, adjusting instructional methods accordingly for optimal results.
- Boosted student engagement through the incorporation of interactive activities, group projects, and hands-on experiences.
- Promoted cultural understanding and global awareness by integrating world history themes into curriculum.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating primary source analysis in lessons and assignments.
- Maintained strong lines of communication with parents through regular progress reports and parent-teacher conferences, promoting collaboration in supporting each child''s education journey.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments and assessments, allowing students to continuously improve their work.
- Designed creative projects that allowed students to demonstrate their understanding of course material in various ways, catering to different learning preferences.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL12-2007
Bachelor of Science - Education/History
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI05-1993
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans ieps
- Small group instruction
- Co-teaching experience
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative teamwork
- De-escalation techniques
- Instructional strategies
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Behavior intervention plans
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Costa Rica International Academy
08.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Ross Valley School District
08.2016 - 06.2021
Wise Academy
Wise Academy
08.2015 - 06.2016
Special Education Director
Burt Children's Center
01.2008 - 04.2009
History Teacher
North Lawndale High School
08.2002 - 06.2007
Master of Science - Special Education
Northeastern Illinois University
Bachelor of Science - Education/History
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh