Kristin Ferragut

Experience

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  Independent

  Jun 1990 - now

  Writer

  I have been a featured poet at local readings including Words Out Loud at Glen Echo, Evil Grin in Annapolis, DiVerse Gaithersburg Poetry, and Third Thursday Poetry Reading in Takoma Park. My work has appeared in Beltway Quarterly, Nightingale and Sparrow, Bourgeon, and Mojave He[Art] Review among others.

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  Ivymount School and Programs

  Jan 1999 - Jan 2006

  Teacher

   Taught Reading/Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, Social Skills and Functional Life Skills  Provided differentiated instruction to a wide range of skill and ability levels Constructed small groups for effective instruction Applied technology to enhance instruction Developed Behavior Plans and Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) Collaborated with parents, related service professionals and administration Trained and supervised Instructional Assistants

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  Children Achieving Maximum Potential

  Aug 2006 - Jun 2016

  Family Trainer

  Have worked with students aged seven to twenty ranging from profoundly challenged to highly skilled in designing home programs in collaboration with their parents. Provide support with with Reinforcement, Skill Acquisition, Shaping, Task Analysis, Behavioral Strategies, Discrete Trial Instruction, Antecedent Modification, Generalization and Visual Supports. Train parents and staff in strategies and techniques for instruction.

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  Community Support Services, Inc.

  Aug 2006 - Aug 2013

  Education Director

  Assisted in starting and managed a school for individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities. Ensured compliance with COMAR and IDEA Developed and provided teacher trainings in curriculum development, instructional strategies, administering assessments, behavior management and scheduling Collaborated with parents and supervisors from other agencies Developed systems for program management Provided school tours and conducted student intakes Directed school to full Maryland State Certification in three years Show less

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  DCPS

  Aug 2013 - Jun 2014

  Teacher and T3 Teacher Leader

  Taught a self-contained 6th through 8th grade class of students with learning and intellectual challenges, working to close the gap in academic achievement, through systematic, individualized instruction.Lead a T3 Team of Special Educators in improving instructional models and student outcomes.

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  MCPS

  Aug 2014 - Jun 2018

  MCPS Educator - Intermediate Elementary Autism

  Instruct students in Curriculum 2.0 and functional life skills.

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  Montgomery County Public Schools

  Aug 2018 - now

  Special Education Teacher

  Teach Fourth and Fifth grade students Math, Reading, Writing, Science and Social Studies, providing engaging presentation, strategic supports, and necessary accommodations to enable students to succeed.