Mary E.

Uricchio
81 Spring Street Wethersfield, CT 06109 (860)-916-7746 mary.uricchio3@gmail.com

Profile Hard-working, committed educator seeking a Special Education K-12 or Elementary Education 1-6 position. Known for passion, professionalism and enthusiasm in and out of the classroom. Dedicated to creating a community of learners in which students feel safe and are able to support each other. Love of learning is evident to students and helps to create an environment in which students are motivated to learn through active inquiry. Passionate about advocating for students with special needs to help them access the general education curriculum in their least restrictive environment. Strong belief in the ability of every student to learn and achieve goals, fostered through the use of a variety of learning styles. Ability to plan lessons and units based on the district curriculum and the Common Core State Standards while differentiating instruction to meet the needs of each individual child. Strengths Strong Work Ethic Positive Attitude Learning Targets/Objectives Differentiating Instruction Effective Planning and Instruction Self-Reflection Collaboration with Colleagues Progress Monitoring Organization Building Respectful Relationships with Families Integration of Curriculum and Common Core Learning Styles and Multiple Intelligences Education Bachelor of Science in Special Education, December 2013 University of Saint Joseph, West Hartford, CT Cross-Endorsement in Elementary Education GPA: 3.9 Masters of Science in Early Childhood Education University of Saint Joseph, West Hartford, CT GPA: 4.0 Certification Connecticut Initial Educator Certification Comprehensive Special Education, K-12 Elementary, 1-6 Teaching Experience John Paterson Elementary School, Newington Public Schools, Newington, CT Student Teacher Kindergarten General Education August 2013 September 2013 Developed and implemented/taught sequential lesson plans to both regular and special education students in an inclusion classroom Collaborated with teaching professionals to develop appropriate instructional lessons and units for all students Attended and actively participated in in-house professional development days/sessions and Kindergarten data team meetings Conducted assessments to determine the learning and achievement of all students in each academic area to drive instruction and assess skill development

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81 Spring Street Wethersfield, CT 06109 (860)-916-7746 mary.uricchio3@gmail.com

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John Paterson Elementary School, Newington Public Schools, Newington, CT Student Teacher Special Education: K-4 October 2013 December 2013 Designed and executed effective lessons based on individualized student needs in the areas of reading, writing, mathematics, and life skills Collaborated with general education teachers to facilitate the inclusion of special education students in general education settings by sharing assessment and performance information as well as implementing modifications and accommodations Interpreted, developed and implemented Individualized Education Programs and Behavior Intervention Plans Attended Planning and Placement Team meetings, Child Study Team meetings, and Early Intervention Plan meetings Coordinated and supervised paraprofessionals and support staff members Related Work Experience Long Term Substitute, Newington, CT January 2014 Present Case manager, in charge of updating and implementing IEPs Monitor and assess student progress to ensure student improvement and growth Present information in Planning and Placement Team meetings to adjust student individualized education programs Create and implement effective units and lessons to support grade level curriculum and standards Junior Faculty Member, Griffith Academy Irish Step Dancing Teacher Teaching students aged three to eighteen Irish Step Dancing Honors Kappa Delta Pi Initiated into and currently an active member of the Education Honors Society March 2014 Present September 2006 Present

University of Saint Joseph Deans List Fall 2010 December 2013 Remained on the Deans List every semester while attending the University of Saint Joseph Honors Program Fall 2010- December 2013 Admitted to the University of Saint Joseph Honors Program and completed all program requirements to graduate with honors Summa Cum Laude Graduated Honors December 2013

Website My Teaching Website: Miss Uricchios Classroom Available at missuricchiosclassroom.weebly.com Highlights my technological skills Includes my resume, philosophy of education, excerpts from letters of recommendation, my mission, core beliefs, and goals