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Lauren Birnbaum
1203 Brissette Beach Rd Kawkawlin, Michigan 48631
Phone: 989-395-8615  E-Mail: birnb1la@cmich.edu

Special Education Teacher

~Accommodating ~ Supportive ~ Creative ~ Compassionate~

 Versatile and dedicated child advocate with a solid focus on the individual needs of Special Education students
with Emotional Impairments and behavior disorders.

 Kindhearted and empathetic professional who is flexible and accommodating in the design and execution of
hands-on lessons, use of wide-ranging manipulatives, and implementing IEP’s to enhance student achievement.

 Skilled in addressing students’ needs, ensuring they will thrive and develop in an adaptable educational
atmosphere.

 Firm behavioral management techniques, and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills to
develop an excellent rapport with all members of the school community.

Education

Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

Graduate Degree (to be completed in 2019): Master of Arts in Special Education

GPA: 4.0

Endorsement: Learning Disabilities (SM) K-12

Undergraduate Major (2016): Bachelor of Science in Special Education for Students with Emotional Impairments

Major GPA: 3.69

Minor (2016): Reading In the Elementary Grades

Minor GPA: 3.76

Certifications and Trainings

State of Michigan, Emotional Impairment (SE) (059) K-12 – 2016

State of Michigan, Elementary Education (103) –2016

State of Michigan, Reading (BT) (005) –2016

IB Primary Years Curriculum- 2018, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention – 2018, CPR and First Aid – 2017, Unique Curriculum - 2015

Teaching Experience

Special Education Teacher September 2018-Present

Midland Public Schools, Plymouth Elementary

Resource Room Teacher K-5, specializing in co-teaching and interventions

 Established classroom rules, routines and procedures

 Designed and implemented individual, small group, and whole group lesson plans, activities, and assessments to
ensure the success of a diverse group of students in a Title 1 school
 Lauren Birnbaum
1203 Brissette Beach Rd Kawkawlin, Michigan 48631
Phone: 989-395-8615  E-Mail: birnb1la@cmich.edu

 Collaborated with school administrators, parents, general educators, and special educators in designing and
implementing individualized education plans and behavioral intervention plans for students

 Encouraged students to maintain a growth mindset by creating a nurturing environment of learning, reflection,
and sharing

Special Education Teacher September 2016-June 2018

Bay-Arenac ISD-Linwood Elementary, Linwood, MI

Self-Contained Emotional Impairment Classroom 3-6

 Established classroom rules, routines and procedures

 Created engaging one-on-one, small group and whole group instruction using manipulatives, chromebooks and
smartboard technology

 Created reteaching and enrichment lessons for mastery

 Created behavior intervention plans and functional behavior assessments

 Scheduled, completed and implemented Individualized Education Programs

 Evaluated and monitored student progress on IEP goals, objectives and grade level skills

 Exercised flexibility within the classroom

 Organized, planned, and monitored activities for instructional support staff daily

 Addressed students’ needs through the appropriate accommodations and modifications to the classroom

 Collaborated with colleagues to share teaching methods and maintain professional relationships

 Provided parents and students with clear and consistent feedback regarding student progress

References

Margaret Doan Tammy Krevinghaus

Midland Public Schools Behavior Intervention Specialist
Elementary (K-5) Principal Bay-Arenac ISD
989-923-7616 989-213-4126
doanmm@midlandps.org krevinghaust@baisd.net

Emily Groulx, MA. Ed Dr. Jennifer Palacios-Wirz Klemm, Ph. D.

Vestaburg Community Schools CEHS Assistant Director of Planning and Research
Elementary (K-6) Principal Department of Counseling and Special Education
District Special Education Supervisor Central Michigan University
989-245-1051 989-774-3606
egroulx@vcs-k12.net Wirz1jp@cmich.edu