ANDREA TODD

• Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers regarding student achievement.
• Assisted teachers in providing accommodations for students who need additional support.
• Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development.

Observed students in an urban Baltimore City School and attended a leadership academy with

Salisbury University and Coppin University attendees.

• Organized field trips to visit colleges and universities to provide students with insight into higher education opportunities.
• Provided guidance and support to high school students in various areas, such as academic performance, career development, and personal growth.
• Counseled students on a variety of issues including college applications, study skills, time management and problem-solving.

• Supervised the safety, security, and well-being of assigned campers each day.
• Planned, prepared, and taught age-appropriate curriculum for campers.
• Led outdoor excursions and helped campers develop skills for safety or learning in natural environments.
• Setting an example for children, parents, and coworkers by reflecting the YMCA's core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

• Completed a comprehensive 50-day student teacher internship as part of the special education major curriculum.
• Worked closely with a supervising teacher to gain hands-on experience in planning and implementing instructional activities for students with diverse learning needs.
• Assumed increasing responsibility for classroom management, lesson planning, and assessment under the guidance of the supervising teacher.
• Applied theoretical knowledge from coursework to real-world teaching situations, including individualized education plan (IEP) development and implementation.
• Collaborated with other school staff, parents, and support professionals to support student learning and development.
• Engaged in ongoing reflection and professional development to enhance teaching skills and effectiveness.

• Volunteered at Positive Support for Children with Autism Center, working closely with an Applied Behavior Analyst applying Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques to support children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
• Assisted in therapy sessions, collected and analyzed data to inform treatment plans, and collaborated closely with ABA therapists.
• Communicated regularly with parents about their child's progress and participated in professional development activities to enhance skills in ABA and ASD support.

• Completed field experience hours as part of special education major requirements.
• Observed and participated in classroom activities under the guidance of a supervising special education teacher.
• Gained practical experience in instructional strategies, behavior management techniques, and individualized education plan (IEP) implementation.
• Developed insights into the challenges and rewards of working with students with diverse learning needs.
• Engaged in reflection and discussion sessions to deepen understanding and apply theoretical knowledge to real-world situations.

• Completed field experience hours as part of special education major requirements.
• Observed and participated in classroom activities under the guidance of a supervising special education teacher.
• Gained practical experience in instructional strategies, behavior management techniques, and individualized education plan (IEP) implementation.
• Developed insights into the challenges and rewards of working with students with diverse learning needs.
• Engaged in reflection and discussion sessions to deepen understanding and apply theoretical knowledge to real-world situations.

• Completed field experience hours as part of special education major requirements.
• Observed and participated in classroom activities under the guidance of a supervising special education teacher.
• Gained practical experience in instructional strategies, behavior management techniques, and individualized education plan (IEP) implementation.
• Developed insights into the challenges and rewards of working with students with diverse learning needs.
• Engaged in reflection and discussion sessions to deepen understanding and apply theoretical knowledge to real-world situations.

• Greeting customers, hosting parties, watching the floor, handling monetary transactions, and making sure the guest has a great time from the time they enter until the time they leave.
• Build trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections with children on the spectrum during their jump time.