Adam J Halpern CV 2015

591 Church Ave Woodmere, NY 11598
ADAM J. HALPERN
(516) 343-2123
[email protected]
EDUCATION
Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY
Advanced Certificate, Education Technology
2016

Master of Science in Education, Students with Disabilities
12/2010
University of Maryland, College Park, MD

Bachelor of Arts, Secondary Social Studies Education & History
08/2002
Certifications
New York State, New York City, Social Studies (7-12)
New York State, Students with Disabilities, Social Studies (7-12)
Distance learning
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
12/2011 - Present
Adjunct Instructor: School of Education, Special Education Department
Prepare and teach curriculum for SPED 101 - Introduction to Special Education
Develop online curriculum for SPED 249 - Psychosocial aspects of physical, health, etc
Integrate advanced technology into classroom learning
Develop innovative curriculum for DASA Anti-bullying seminar
University supervisor - formally observe and assess student teachers on site
Coordinate and lead meetings with teachers and school administration
Conduct pre- and post-lesson analysis of teaching using video
Use social media and web 2.0 technologies to inform and engage students
12/2010 - Present
Learning Specialist: Student Affairs, Office of Services for Students with Disabilities
Forge dynamic and evolving relationships with students with learning disabilities enrolled in the
Program for Academic Learning Skills (PALS) and Academic Coaching Program (AC)
Assist students in developing supplemental learning strategies, text reading and analysis
strategies, test preparation and test-taking strategies, and writing strategies based on best
practices that allow them to gain greater access to their college coursework and materials
In-depth review of disability documentation including psycho-educational evaluations,
psychological assessments, 504 Plans and IEP's
Act as a liaison between students, their professors and other academic support staff
Conduct interviews with prospective incoming students and their parents
Contribute to grant-writing efforts to obtain iPads and other assistive technology for students
Administrative club advisor to Stand Up Speak Up, an anti-bullying, empowerment club
Presenter for Orientation of Student Staff, Parent Orientation and Admission Day representative
Lawrence High School, Cedarhurst, NY
01/2007 - 06/2008
Government and Economics Teacher: Collaborative teaching, 12th Grade Regents/Inclusion
Mentored and encouraged students with disabilities and students who were considered "at risk"
Organized and directed school-wide fashion show banquet to raise money to support injured
American soldiers; coordinated and chaperoned a field trip to Walter Reed Army Medical Center
Crafted and implemented Behavior Intervention Plans and Positive Behavioral Support (PBS)
Participated as teacher representative at IEP team and re-evaluation meetings
Planned Universal Design for Learning (UDL) lessons with infusion of Smart Board technology
Coordinated outreach with SEPTA
Lawrence Middle School, Lawrence, NY

10/2006 - 12/2007
U.S. History Teacher: 7th & 8th grade social studies
Implemented NYS standards and curriculum through the use of textbook study, historical
documents and literature; utilized research tools including library, internet, film and interview
studies
RELATED PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
Mentor and role model to a diverse group of students to foster educational and personal growth
Founder of Cell Speed Ahead Inc., a non-profit organization that provides financing for research
and projects aimed at supporting individuals with disabilities; Planned events and managed
finances
PRESENTATIONS
Best Practices presentation of Successful Transition from High School to College 2013 NYS
CEC Annual Convention, Melville, NY
Keynote speaker at movie showing of The Untouchables to discuss the psychosocial aspects of
physical disabilities
SEMINARS/EVENTS
Hofstra representative at TED Talks Education
Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (InTASC)
EdTPA and Stanford Center for Assessment, Learning, and Equity (SCALE)

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591 Church Ave Woodmere, NY 11598

Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY

University of Maryland, College Park, MD

Coordinated outreach with SEPTA

Lawrence Middle School, Lawrence, NY

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