Marriel Hickey

Compassionate, energetic, and dedicated teaching professional with experience from preschool through grade 5, including special education settings. Skilled in classroom management, differentiated instruction, and fostering inclusive, nurturing environments. Adept at collaborating with educators and parents to meet academic and behavioral goals. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.

Willing to relocate: Anywhere

Special Education Teacher at Palisades Park Board of Education (2025-09 – Present)

• Developed and implemented individualized education programs (IEPs)
• Implemented behavior intervention strategies and positive reinforcement techniques
• Collected and analyzed student performance and behavioral data
• Collaborated with families and multidisciplinary teams to support student success
• Fostered social-emotional development and independent living skills
• Created structured, supportive environments that promoted positive behavioral outcomes

Teaching Assistant (Grade K/Special Education 2-3) at Thiells Elementary School (2023-04 – Present)

• Support lesson planning, classroom management, and assessment of student work.
• Lead group lessons to enhance comprehension and engagement.
• Create a safe learning environment to allow students to learn from their mistakes.
• Monitor and document student progress to ensure alignment with NY State Learning Standards.

Substitute (Grades K-3) at Thiells Elementary School

• Deliver pre-planned lessons aligned with NY State curriculum.
• Support students with assignments and individual needs.
• An age classroom behavior and transitions between subjects.

Head Varsity Girls Soccer Coach at Nyack High School (2022-08 – Present)

• Develop training plans strategies, and skill-building exercises.
• Promote teamwork. Sportsmanship, and a supportive team culture.
• Manage logistics and track athlete development.

1:1 Aide/Teaching Assistant at Upper Nyack Elementary School (2022-09 – 2023-04)

• Provide behavioral, social, and emotional support.
• Collaborate with lead teachers to support student development.
• Help with smooth transitions between classroom activities and room rotations.
• Monitor and document student progress and growth.

Teacher (Preschool, 4-year-old Program) at Little Pals Preschool (2021-05 – 2022-06)

• Deliver whole-class and individualized instruction to foster independence and collaboration.
• Implement NY State curriculum and assess student growth.
• Promote emotional, behavioral, and social development.

Bachelor of Science in Selected – State University of New York at Cortland (2021-01 – 2021-12)

Bachelor's degree – State University of New York at Cortland

Associate's degree – State University of New York at Cortland