Vincent Casale

(856) 316-2280
vc4ca358@westpost.net
17 Sanibel Lane, Barnegat, NJ 08005
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
* Innovative quick learner proven ability to adapt quickly to a challenge
* Sharp eye for detail, with continuing focus on company goals
* Capability of rapidly learning new assignments involving decision making and w
orking cross-functionally with others
* Excellent interpersonal skills/ ability to interact with different types of pe
rsonalities
* Consistent promotion to positions with increased responsibilities
* Ability to work with sensitive and confidential material
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 2007-2010
Special Education Teacher- Kingsway Learning Cente
r, Moorestown, NJ
* Organized classroom setup and responsibilities for Teacher Assistants
* Participated in IEP meetings and development
* Provided differentiated instruction for special needs students
* Monitored students progress with relation to in school therapies and medical n
eeds
* Created and modified lesson plans for small group instruction
* Specialized in wood craft activities along with all academic subject areas
* Monitored students on class trips and outdoor activities
* Delivered career-based instruction in a variety of ways
* Incorporated "Life Skills" instruction throughout all subjects of study
* Provided dual instruction along with therapists and health instructor
NJ Army National Guard- (Infantryman) 07/24/06 - 07/24/09 (Bravo Co. 1/114 IN)
* Active Duty Deployment to Iraq- 07/16/08 - 07/16/09
* Helped provide security for a military prison overseas
* Guarded checkpoints and high profile personnel
* Earned "Combat Lifesaver Course" certification
* "Team Leader" during pre-deployment preparations
* Operated various military vehicles during deployment

2003-2006
Special Education Teacher- Seaford School District, Seaford, DE 08/28/04 - 11/2
5/05
* Assisted special education students transition into mainstream classes by util
izing specific accommodations for each student
* Participated in IEP meetings and development
* Developed new IEPs for upcoming school year
* Attended Child Study Team meetings
* Modified General Education Teacher's lesson plans for special needs students
* Assistant wrestling coach for Seaford Middle School
* Received certification for CPR training
2000-2003
Teacher/ Assistant Teacher- Huntington Learning Center, Wayne/Edison, NJ
* Worked with 1 to 1 ratio and group situations
* Tracked student progress in relation to specific skills mostly in Language Art
s and Mathematics

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Special Education (William Paterson University)
01/04/2004
Associate Degree in Special Education (Middlesex County College)
6/25/2000