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Sarah Biddle

Raleigh,NC

Summary

Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Wake County Public Schools, adept in adapting materials for students with visual impairments and leading multidisciplinary teams. Excelled in integrating assistive technologies and fostering inclusive environments, significantly enhancing accessibility and student independence. Renowned for exceptional collaboration and communication skills.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher for Students With Visual Impairments

Wake County Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
  • Provided instruction and support to students with visual impairments across multiple schools, ensuring access to academic and functional curricula.
  • Developed and adapted instructional materials for students with diverse needs, including those with Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI).
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including occupational therapists, orientation and mobility specialists, and parents, to create Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
  • Integrated assistive technologies and trained students in their use to promote independence and accessibility.
  • Delivered professional development sessions on best practices for working with students with visual impairments to colleagues and staff.
  • Actively participated in continuous professional development, including obtaining certifications in Deafblindness and CVI strategies.

Special Education Teacher

Wake County Public Schools, Martin Magnet Middle
02.2004 - 06.2018
  • Taught middle school students with disabilities in an inclusive setting, fostering communication, inclusion, and multisensory learning.
  • Built strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues, creating a supportive and collaborative learning environment.
  • Designed differentiated lesson plans to address a wide range of academic and functional needs.
  • Case-managed large, diverse teams by collaborating with various disciplines and specialties to create cohesive, student-centered plans.
  • Trained and led support staff to effectively implement inclusive education strategies and assistive technologies.
  • Organized and implemented inclusion opportunities, showcasing students with disabilities through peer programs and whole-school events such as inclusive sports games and musicals.

Education

Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Special Education – - Visual Impairment

North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC
05-2025

Certificate in Deafblindness -

East Carolina University
Greenville, NC
01-2021

Bachelor's Degree in Special Education -

College of Charleston
Charleston, SC
12-2003

Skills

  • Expertise in adapting materials for students with CVI and other visual impairments
  • Proficient in assistive technologies, including screen readers, and magnification tools
  • Strong collaboration and leadership skills within multidisciplinary teams
  • Skilled in data-driven instruction and progress monitoring
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities

Certification

National Board Certification

National Board for Professional Teaching Standards: Exceptional Needs Specialist (NBPTS) (2007)

Timeline

Teacher for Students With Visual Impairments

Wake County Public Schools
08.2018 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Wake County Public Schools, Martin Magnet Middle
02.2004 - 06.2018

Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Special Education – - Visual Impairment

North Carolina Central University

Certificate in Deafblindness -

East Carolina University

Bachelor's Degree in Special Education -

College of Charleston

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