I am confident that my, passion to help others by teaching, 28 years of experience as a Special Education teacher in the Fairfield Public Schools, Masters degree in special education, wisdom as a mother, afforded me the comprehensive knowledge and skills needed to make a difference in the lives of My students and their families. My main goal as an educator is a focus on providing a child with a life time love for learning, in a caring, positive, safe, and engaging environment. I am committed to understanding each child s needs, learning styles, interests and passions. I have the expertise to modify and or create a curriculum to meet the needs of individual students. I can evaluate, plan and create engaging unique activities students like. I use rewards and positive reinforcement. I use professional effective interpersonal and communication skills to listen and respond to students and parents. Clearly defined job expectations are essential