Edita Cafi

Knowledgeable special education teacher with hands-on experience in classroom instruction and student engagement. Successfully implemented lesson plans and facilitated interactive learning sessions. Demonstrated effective classroom management and communication skills.

• Anticipated Professional Educator License with Endorsement in Special Education, May of 2025
• Crisis Prevention Training (CPI), 2024-2025

Coach, Special Olympics, Oak Park, IL, 2021-Present, Coordinate and facilitate instruction for sport teams and competitions, Create a safe and nutritious environment for students with disabilities to achieve their sport goals, Support teamwork through relationship building activities

• Student Teaching Experience, Irving Elementary, Oak Park, IL, Spring 2025, 16 weeks, Second/Third Grade Self-Contained RISE Classroom, Observed the classroom teacher in developing and implementing instruction using a modified curriculum, Witnessed effective classroom management strategies based on evidence-based practices, Collaborated with the classroom teacher and staff to design instructional methods and behavior management strategies, Attended conferences, TEAM meetings, and IEP meetings, Worked with the classroom teacher to develop student goals for IEPs, Managed student behavior using evidence-based practices, Implemented instruction using a modified curriculum
• Clinical Experience I, Irving Elementary, Oak Park, IL, Spring 2023, Kindergarten/First-grade self-contained RISE Classroom, Observed teacher scaffolding instruction and provided modifications to increase student participation and understanding, Observed teacher educate and train staff on the curriculum, Participated in instruction and provided small group instruction, Observed teacher implementing differentiated instruction for students with diverse learning needs
• Classroom Observations, Online, Summer 2023, 60, Observations of nationally board-certified teachers implementing instruction for students with disabilities at all grade levels, Provided reflections on the different methods and pedagogies followed in each case study video, Observed teachers incorporating various strategies to increase student participation and understanding of content