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Michael Costa

Chester,MD

Summary

Professional Developments I have Created and Conducted:

-SDI Writing for Secondary students for the Co-Teaching Academy (2021)

-Building Relationships (2021 to all AHS staff)

-Co-Teaching Professional Development (2022 to all AHS staff)

-Purposeful Grouping (2022 to all AHS staff)

-AI to DI (2023 to all AHS staff)

-Facilitating Dept Meetings (2023 to all Secondary SPED DCs)

-Ignite: Warm-Up Strategies (2023 to all AHS staff)

Certifications:

-60+ Credits

-AVID Certified

-BIL 1 Certified

-AHS BackUp Responder/First Aid/CPR Certified (2022-present)

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Department Chair

Arundel High School
08.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced and ensured individualized learning by developing and implementing tailored IEPs for each student by all staff.
  • Promoted an inclusive school culture by advocating for the needs of special education students during administrative discussions (Unified sports, unified electives, unified school performances)
  • Mentored new special education teachers, providing guidance on effective practices based on the five components and subsets of the AACPS teaching and learning rubric.
  • Strengthened team cohesion among special education teachers, general education teachers, elective teachers, teacher assistant and administration to foster a collaborative work environment.
  • Collaborated closely with all department chairs and service providers to establish cross-curricular connections in curriculum planning.
  • Optimized data collection methods to track student progress more accurately and inform instructional decisions.
  • Reduced paperwork burden by efficiently managing documentation related to IEPs, assessments, and evaluations.
  • Promoted inclusion by collaborating with general education teachers to adapt lesson plans for students with disabilities.
  • Led professional learning communities focused on sharing expertise in special education teaching strategies among staff members.
  • Coordinated staff evaluations for special education personnel.
  • Organized and allocated resources/adult support required to meet needs of 151 students and 17 instructors.
  • Completed monthly Medicaid billing for all students that receives medical assistance.

Special Education Teacher/Reading Intervention Teacher

Arundel High School
08.2018 - 06.2022
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.

Elementary Special Education Teacher/Behavior Specialist

Seven Oaks Elementary School
08.2017 - 06.2018
  • Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles within the classroom setting.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using various evaluation tools, adjusting instructional strategies as needed.

Special Education Teacher

East High School
08.2015 - 06.2017
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.

Education

Master's of Education - Reading

Edinboro University
Edinboro, PA
05.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood/Special Education

Edinboro University
Edinboro, PA
12.2014

Skills

    Collaborative Leadership

    Inclusive Education

    Data-driven decision-making

    Legal Compliance

    Instructional Leadership

    Classroom observation

    Knowledge of AACPS Teaching/Learning Rubric

    Technology Integration

    Teamwork and Collaboration

    Problem-solving abilities

    Multitasking

Leadership

-AVID Team (2018-2022)

-Interact Club Advisor (2018-Present)

-AHS Responsible Actions Program Coordinator (2019)

-Leadership Team (2020-present)

-Equity Team (2020-2023)

-AHS Faculty Council (2021-present)

-SEL/SPED Strategies Team (2022-Present)

-Core 5 (2022-Present)

-AHS Tutoring Site Coordinator/Supervisor (2023)







Timeline

Special Education Department Chair

Arundel High School
08.2022 - Current

Special Education Teacher/Reading Intervention Teacher

Arundel High School
08.2018 - 06.2022

Elementary Special Education Teacher/Behavior Specialist

Seven Oaks Elementary School
08.2017 - 06.2018

Special Education Teacher

East High School
08.2015 - 06.2017

Master's of Education - Reading

Edinboro University

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood/Special Education

Edinboro University

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