Gina Sullivan
Middleboro
Summary
Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements, and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Fl Chamberlain international school
Middleboro
03.2022 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student progress.
- Implemented behavior management strategies in classroom settings.
- Facilitated engaging learning activities tailored to unique abilities.
- Monitored student performance and adjusted teaching methods accordingly.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive student support.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student knowledge and skills.
- Provided training and resources for teaching assistants in the classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Established positive relationships with students and their families.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
- Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
Special Education Teacher 7 th grade ELA Co-Teache
Argosy Charter School
Fall River
08.2020 - 03.2022
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt lesson plans and materials.
- Implemented behavioral strategies to promote positive classroom environments.
- Coordinated with parents to discuss student progress and concerns.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Implemented technology tools to support interactive learning experiences.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking and communication skills.
- Provided personalized feedback to students to foster academic growth.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and classroom events.
- Adapted teaching methods based on each student's unique needs and abilities.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other forms of assessment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop new strategies for teaching English as a second language.
- Used online resources to complement traditional course materials and aid in student learning.
- Incorporated technology into daily lessons to enhance instruction.
- Prepared informative classroom lectures on literature, poetry and historical authors to engage and educate students.
Severe special education teacher
Kennedy-Donovan Center
New Bedford
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Implemented classroom strategies to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Collaborated with educators to assess student progress and adjust methods.
- Developed individualized education plans for students with severe needs.
- Implemented adaptive teaching strategies to meet diverse learning styles.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support student progress.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Facilitated communication between parents and educational staff effectively.
- Organized sensory activities to enhance engagement and learning outcomes.
- Trained support staff on effective strategies for student assistance.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instructional methods accordingly.
- Worked closely with speech and language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, psychologists as needed.
- Conducted daily living skills instruction utilizing evidence-based approaches.
- Provided guidance to paraprofessionals assigned to work with students with severe disabilities.
- Incorporated positive reinforcement techniques into lesson plans whenever possible.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, assessments, and evaluations.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their child's educational program goals and objectives.
- Participated in IEP meetings as required by district policies and procedures.
Special Education Teacher
Old Colony Vocational High School
Rochester
12.2018 - 06.2019
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student progress.
- Implemented behavior management strategies in classroom settings.
- Facilitated engaging learning activities tailored to unique abilities.
- Monitored student performance and adjusted teaching methods accordingly.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive student support.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Developed inclusive lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Created a positive classroom environment fostering respect and collaboration.
Special Education Teacher
High Road School of Massachusetts
East Bridgewater
07.2018 - 12.2018
- Implemented behavior intervention plans for students with diverse needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop individualized support strategies.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions as needed.
- Developed individualized education plans tailored to student needs and goals.
- Provided training and guidance to paraprofessionals supporting special education services.
- Assessed student progress on IEP goals and objectives through data collection, observation, and informal testing.
- Provided instruction to special education students using evidence-based strategies, such as differentiated instruction, scaffolding, and applied behavior analysis.
Education
Masters of Education in Special Needs - Education
Curry College
Milton, MA 02.2004 - 09.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA 01.1996 - 05.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology/ Concentration Criminology
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA 01.1996 - 05.1999
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Massasoit Community College
Brockton, MA 09.1993 - 12.1995
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Behavior management strategies
- Lesson plan development
- Student progress monitoring
- Curriculum adaptation
- Team collaboration
- Student assessment
- Parent communication
- Classroom environment creation
- Specialized instruction delivery
- Relationship building
- Advocacy for students
- Learning style assessments
- IEP implementation
- Literacy intervention
- Autism spectrum
- Non-violent crisis intervention
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Data collection
- Augmentative communication
- Inclusion strategies
- Evidence-based assessment
Certification
- Moderate Special Needs Teacher Professional status Prek-8 and 5-12 Massachusetts
- Elementary 1-6
- CPR/First Aid
- CPI
- TCI
- TACT 2
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Fl Chamberlain international school
03.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher 7 th grade ELA Co-Teache
Argosy Charter School
08.2020 - 03.2022
Severe special education teacher
Kennedy-Donovan Center
06.2019 - 08.2020
Special Education Teacher
Old Colony Vocational High School
12.2018 - 06.2019
Special Education Teacher
High Road School of Massachusetts
07.2018 - 12.2018
Masters of Education in Special Needs - Education
Curry College
02.2004 - 09.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Bridgewater State University
01.1996 - 05.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology/ Concentration Criminology
Bridgewater State University
01.1996 - 05.1999
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Massasoit Community College
09.1993 - 12.1995