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- 1. April Bartholomew 119 Adrienne Ct. Dingmans Ferry, PA 570-872-3122 Towhom it may concern, I am writing this response to the notification that there will be a group of people interviewing us on the technique of interviewing. I hope you enjoy learning about me and the awesomeness I bring to the field. Passion. Every great teacher begins with a passion for the field. That is where I come in. I have spent years in the field as an aide among students with autism and other developmental disabilities. It is with pride that I say these students shaped my career. I am here today as a knowledgeable and enthusiastic special education educator. With a firm belief in inquiry based learning and multi-sensory exploration I find the greatest pleasure in seeing my students succeed by creating the tools and environment for them to do so. I have been successful in implementing inquiry based learning within kindergarten and multi-sensory learning in various autistic support classrooms. Over the years I have enjoyed working closely with support professionals such as behaviorists, speech pathologists, and occupational therapists. Collaboration among such professionals is how we build a strong community of learners and can provide the best education possible for all students. I am currently researching the effects of project based learning with students in life skills classrooms. This concept has spiked my interest so greatly that I am currently developing a curriculum around the idea. I have created events for students to showcase work in the arts. Recently, I read the Project Max initiative, a fascinating project with the design and layout of the ideal format for successful inclusion. I intend to culminate all that I have learned through this research, my education at East Stroudsburg University, and through life to create the best education possible for my student to learn, grow, and know that they are each capable of greatness. Thank you for your time and consideration for this position. Sincerely, April Bartholomew
- 2. I am a self-motivated person with a love for education. I am a firm believer in experimental and kinesthetic learning, and have observed great success with this. Having 4 years of experience in a school for students with special needs, I discovered a passion and skill that prompted my desire for the field. I maintained a 3.5 GPA while raising 2 handsome boys. I am currently working on developing a curriculum to support the wide range of learners in inclusionary and autistic support classrooms through a science inquiry based methodology encompassing all content areas. As a life-long learner I am always open to new ideas and strategies to give the best possible education to all the students I work with. Professional Development School September2015-December2016 Developed 2 week unit on butterflies with focus on kinesthetic learning for grades pre-k and kindergarten. Planned, prepared and held an art showfor special needs school Planned full social studies unit. Worked with and implemented a variety of reading programs. Had opportunities to teach low incidence disabilities, general education and gifted students. Practiced using data driven instruction. Autistic Support Middle School Student Teacher October 2016-December2016 Completed FBA and developed IEP Work closely with speech pathologists and occupational therapist Maintained progress monitoring Completed a general case analysis Completed Student Centered Comprehensive Profile Created specially designed units for each student in the room Created reading protocols Created math protocols Used a multi-sensory approach Kindergarten Student Teacher August 2016-October 2016 Created and implemented unit plans Incorporated many hands on lessons to meet the diverse needs of students in my class. Developed and tested student learning outcomes for at-risk students. Incorporated inquiry based learning into regular learning lessons. Participated in FBA meeting Teachers Aide -Sunshine Station February 2015-Novemember2015 Here I had the opportunity to work with a range of young learners ranging from 3months to 5 years. Responsibilities included providing basic needs and designing lessons to encourage educational growth. Used inquiry based learning with preschoolstudents with amazing results in attention to detail and willingness to participate with decreased levels of disruptive behaviors. Teachers aide - Willowglen Academy December2008-January 2013 I had the opportunity to grow from one to one aide into the teachers aide in working among students with special needs.My responsibilities as an aid included assisting in the preparation of the class, meeting behavior and educational goals, managing behavior and assisting students in honing their life skills Received certification for safe crisis management. ExperienceObjective
- 3. EastStroudsburg University- Pennsylvania GPA-3.5 Professional Development School Early Childhood Education/ Special Education At this school I have completed placement in Professional Development Schools having extended experience from student teaching. Through the duration I maintained Deans List while raising my 2 children. Have studied Positive Behavior Support and Inclusionary practices. Early Childhood Education PreK-4 Certification Pennsylvania Special Education PreK- 8 Certification (Pending) Pennsylvania PSEA- Pennsylvania State Education Agency Member since 2014 CEC- Council for Exceptional Children Member since 2014 Deans List- East Stroudsburg University Achieved every semester2013- Graduation 2016 PDS Program Completion 2016 Name Company Title Contact Info Susan Wolff East Stroudsburg Areas School District (Bushkill) Kindergarten Teacher 570-352-6443 Ashley Schmick Vernon Area School District Special Education Teacher 862-266-6519 Gina Scala East Stroudsburg University Director of Special Education 610-216-4857 Arthur Dibenedetto Vernon Area School District Superintendent adibenedetto@vtsd.com HonorsandCertificationsEducationReference s