Alana G.M. (Pulling) Prive
Southington
Summary
Compassionate and student-centered Special Education teacher with extensive experience in elementary and middle school inclusion and resource settings. Expertise in developing individualized education plans (IEPs), differentiating instruction, and implementing executive-functioning supports to enhance academic and social outcomes. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams while fostering strong communication with families, ensuring a holistic approach to student development. Proficient in digital curriculum development and leveraging technology to create engaging learning experiences tailored to diverse learner needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education - 8th Grade Case Manager
Avon Middle School
Avon, CT
08.2025 - Current
- Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with diverse learning needs.
- Teach two study skills classes with 8-13 students with IEPs while providing mini executive functioning lessons.
- Create content to help support students in all academic areas (study guides, practice quizzes, and kahoots).
- Worked with a 4 person team to ensure students in 8th grade succeeded academically and personally.
Special Education Teacher
Chapman School
Cheshire, CT
08.2021 - 07.2025
- Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with diverse learning needs.
- Provide direct instruction in small group and inclusive settings, differentiating lessons to meet varied student abilities.
- Serve on SRBI (Scientific Research-Based Interventions) and Crisis Teams, collaborating with staff to support students academically and behaviorally.
- Established and managed the Coffee Cart program, a life skills initiative that fosters independence and social interaction for special needs students.
- Nominated as Teacher of the Year 2022.
Special Education Teacher
Summit Drive Elementary School
Greenville, SC
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Create and implement Daily lesson plans for 40+ students with diverse needs and educational goals.
- Orchestrate daily communications to parents and administrators through various platforms (e.g. seesaw, class dojo, gmail, outlook).
- Create new, digital content to maximize student experience through transition to virtual schooling.
- Built relationships with over 40 students and their parents.
- Conduct [monthly meetings] with faculty, administrators and parents to discuss student’s learning plan and needs resulting in a customized path for each student.
Title I, Sixth Grade EC / Inclusion Teacher
Ferndale Middle School IB (International Baccalaureate)
High Point, NC
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Developed and implemented individual education plans (IEP) for a caseload of 27 students.
- Prepared lesson plans in collaboration with Math teachers for inclusion classrooms.
- Implemented IEP binder system for every student to monitor progress toward proficiency goals.
- A member of the schools IST (Instructional Support Team) helping identify students who need intensive intervention.
JV/Varsity Field Hockey & Freshman Lacrosse Coach
Cheshire High School
Cheshire, CT
01.2021 - Current
- Led daily practices and team communications.
- Helped secure SEC Championship Title (Field Hockey).
Assistant Coach
High Point University Club Field Hockey
High Point, NC
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Conducted practices and supervised travel.
- Led team to Nationals (2016).
Education
M.ED. - Leadership Education
High Point University
High Point, NC05-2018
B.A. - Special Education
High Point University
High Point, NC05-2017
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Google Suite
- CTSEDS
- Frontline
- Classroom & Behavioral Management
- Special Education Compliance
- Parent & Student Engagement
- Case documentation
- Case management
- Organization and multitasking
- Documentation and reporting
- Relationship building
- Decision-making
Certification
- Special Education 165 Comprehensive Grades K-12 License
Timeline
Special Education - 8th Grade Case Manager
Avon Middle School
08.2025 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Chapman School
08.2021 - 07.2025
JV/Varsity Field Hockey & Freshman Lacrosse Coach
Cheshire High School
01.2021 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Summit Drive Elementary School
08.2018 - 07.2021
Title I, Sixth Grade EC / Inclusion Teacher
Ferndale Middle School IB (International Baccalaureate)
08.2017 - 06.2018
Assistant Coach
High Point University Club Field Hockey
01.2016 - 01.2018
B.A. - Special Education
High Point University
M.ED. - Leadership Education
High Point University