Erin Durham
Grimsby,ON
Summary
Committed Special Education Resource Teacher with valuable experience in creating and implementing individualized education plans. Strengths include deep understanding of diverse learning needs, ability to foster inclusive classroom environments, and strong communication skills for effective collaboration with parents and school staff. Experience in driving improved student outcomes through personalized teaching strategies and resources.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Resource Teacher
HCDSB
Burlington, ON
09.2015 - Current
- Developed individual educational plans designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
- Created behavior management plans to help improve the socialization skills of special needs students.
- Implemented evidence-based teaching strategies designed specifically for special education programs.
- Formed deep relationships with parents, colleagues and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
Teacher, Special Education Teacher
HCDSB
Oakville, ON
09.2008 - 06.2015
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
Child and Youth Counselor
HCDSB
Burlington , ON
09.2005 - 06.2008
- Provided crisis management services when needed in order to ensure safety of all involved parties.
- Utilized de-escalation techniques aligned with trauma-informed care model, driving intervention strategy.
- Improved children's behavior through coping skills and other therapeutic interventions.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Medaille College
New York, USA03-2007
Bachelor of Arts - Child And Youth Care
University of Victoria
Victoria, PE04-2003
Skills
- Collaborative teaching
- Individualized education plans
- Parent-teacher communication
- Learning disability support
- Inclusion strategies
- Positive behavior supports
- Transition planning
- Assistive technology
Accomplishments
- Assisted in creating Child and Youth Mental Health and Addictions: A Guide for Families (2022)
Certification
- Special Education Part 1, 2, and Specialist
- Religious Education Part 1, 2, and Specialist
Timeline
Special Education Resource Teacher
HCDSB
09.2015 - Current
Teacher, Special Education Teacher
HCDSB
09.2008 - 06.2015
Child and Youth Counselor
HCDSB
09.2005 - 06.2008
Master of Science - Education
Medaille College
Bachelor of Arts - Child And Youth Care
University of Victoria
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