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TRisten Houlihan

Hull

Summary

Special Education Teacher with significant experience at Quincy Public Schools, focusing on Individual Education Plans and behavior management strategies. Expertise in assistive technology and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhance student learning outcomes. Entrepreneurial experience includes co-founding a restaurant, managing all aspects from concept development to successful operation.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Quincy Public Schools
Quincy
09.2020 - Current
  • Conducted assessments of student performance and communicated results to parents.
  • Developed Individual Education Plans focusing on data-driven goals for students with disabilities.
  • Provided academic, communication, and social skills instruction to special education students.
  • Collaborated with educators to create tailored instructional plans for diverse needs.
  • Adapted curriculum materials to effectively meet individualized student requirements.
  • Utilized online programs and assistive devices to enhance educational experiences.
  • Implemented behavior management systems that promoted positive student behaviors.
  • Organized field trips and community experiences to expand learning opportunities.

Speech & Language Pathologist Assistant

Quincy Public Schools
Hull
09.2018 - 08.2025
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions to enhance social communication skills.
  • Instructed on speech production techniques to improve articulation accuracy.
  • Implemented augmentative communication systems, such as picture boards and sign language.
  • Assisted Speech-Language Pathologist in developing individualized treatment plans.
  • Prepared therapy session materials, including worksheets, games, and activities.
  • Maintained knowledge of field trends through continuing education courses and seminars.
  • Documented interventions and student progress in detailed reports.
  • Supported student social thinking by mapping behaviors and creating actionable plans.

Restaurant Co-Owner

bia bistro
Cohasset
12.2003 - 04.2011
  • Collaborated with chefs to design daily specials and seasonal menus.
  • Created budgets for food costs, staffing, overhead, and capital investments.
  • Monitored daily operations, ensuring quality customer service and efficient kitchen production.
  • Coordinated promotional events, including fundraisers and special occasions.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly while upholding high hospitality standards.
  • Managed payroll activities by processing time sheets and tracking employee hours.
  • Developed supplier relationships to secure discounts on bulk ingredient orders.
  • Scheduled staff shifts weekly based on demand forecasts.

Education

Master of Arts - Education

University of Massachusetts, Boston
Boston, MA
05-2022

Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology

Lesley University
Cambridge, MA
05-2015

Political Science And Government

University of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA

Elementary Education

Quincy College
Quincy, MA

Skills

  • Individual education plans and behavior management
  • Assistive technology and curriculum adaptation
  • Data analysis and progress monitoring
  • Communication strategies and team collaboration
  • IEP and BIP implementation
  • Project management
  • Customer service

Affiliations

  • Open water rowing via Hull Lifesaving Museum
  • Organic Gardening
  • Wollaston Yacht Club Member
  • Lego Robotics coach/Facilitator
  • Founding member of WYC Book club

Certification

  • SEI endorsed educator
  • ABA Therapist

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Quincy Public Schools
09.2020 - Current

Speech & Language Pathologist Assistant

Quincy Public Schools
09.2018 - 08.2025

Restaurant Co-Owner

bia bistro
12.2003 - 04.2011

Master of Arts - Education

University of Massachusetts, Boston

Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology

Lesley University

Political Science And Government

University of San Francisco

Elementary Education

Quincy College

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