Michael L. Thoreson, Jr.
West Bridgewater
Summary
Experienced and dedicated special education teacher skilled in creating a structured and nurturing environment for special needs children, fostering both academic growth and emotional development. Holds certification and licensure in Massachusetts, recognized as a highly qualified educator. Collaborates effectively with classroom teachers to implement supportive strategies for behavior management and provide necessary lesson accommodations, ensuring the success of all students.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Inclusion Teacher
Avon Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with numerous departments and standard education teachers.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Teacher/ Special Education
Brockton Public Schools
09.2004 - 06.2022
- Responsible for the education and development of students with emotional impairments in an Alternative Therapeutic day school program
- Modify the general education curriculum for students with special needs based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies
- Instruct students in academic subjects using a variety of techniques such as differentiated instruction, multi-sensory learning, and repetition, in order to reinforce learning and to meet students' varying individual needs and interests
- Collaborate with administrators, parents and other specialists to develop, modify and implement Individual Education Plans
Head Teacher/Educator Evaluation
Brockton Public Schools
02.2014 - 01.2018
- Work closely with building and district administrators to assist with the ongoing professional development as the district pilots the new Baseline Edge software
Auxiliary Teacher
Goddard School
09.2004 - 01.2017
- Assist the administrator in the coordination and supervision of the therapeutic day school program
- Duties include building management, student discipline and providing leadership and support to the faculty
- Lead the staff in enhancing and sustaining a superior learning environment while advocating for high expectations for students and staff
- Assist in the creation and maintenance of a behavior support system designed to offer an alternative to suspensions
Supervisor/After School Job Readiness Program
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Assisted in the development of a school year job readiness class and summer internship program servicing the students of the Goddard School
- Supervised staff, recruited students, prepared payroll, and monitored student progress during the job program
- Worked with community based organizations to provide summer work sites for student interns
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Cambridge College
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Boston College
LEAD Program - Special Education Administration
Bridgewater State College
Skills
- Progress monitoring
- IEP development
- Communication strategies
- Positive reinforcement
Certification
401396, Special Education Administrator (All Levels), Moderate Special Needs (5-12)
Timeline
Special Education Inclusion Teacher
Avon Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Head Teacher/Educator Evaluation
Brockton Public Schools
02.2014 - 01.2018
Supervisor/After School Job Readiness Program
01.2009 - 01.2015
Teacher/ Special Education
Brockton Public Schools
09.2004 - 06.2022
Auxiliary Teacher
Goddard School
09.2004 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Boston College
401396, Special Education Administrator (All Levels), Moderate Special Needs (5-12)
Master of Arts - Special Education
Cambridge College
LEAD Program - Special Education Administration
Bridgewater State College
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