Amy Sill
Sherrard,IL
Summary
I am a dedicated, hard working educator who has been in the field of special education for 27 wonderful years. I strive to create a structured, engaging classroom environment where all students are held to high expectations. Supporting students to be successful within the least restrictive environment is my passion. I work to design and implement lessons with appropriate modifications catering to the diverse needs and learning styles of all scholars in the classroom. Building relationships and seeing success has been the most rewarding part of my career.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
RIMSD #41
Rock Island, IL
08.2023 - 06.2026
- Cotaught ELA, math, and science, collaborating with general education teachers to modify the curricculum in order to meet the diverse needs of special needs students.
- Taught instructional science, ELA, and provided support in all subjects areas in a resource class, also in which I provided SDI for IEP students designed to meet their IEP goals
- Served on the school's MTSS team, participated in various subject PLC's and special education department PLC's
Special Education Teacher
East Moline School District #37
East Moline, IL
08.1999 - 07.2023
- Modified general education curriculum for special needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies (experience included all subject areas both within the special education and general education settings)
- Serviced on several committees that had an impact on the school (inclusion, math curriculum, hiring special education coordinator)
Education
Master of Arts - Education And Leadership
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL05-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05-1999
Skills
- Experience teaching and modifying all subject areas at the middle school level with a majority of my years spent in math
- Successful collaboration with content team during PLC to design effective instructional methods that align with common core standards
- Ability to write quality IEP's that provide valuable information about student and his/her individual learning needs
- Effective communication skills with parents, students, and colleagues
- Strength in forming relationships with students which help foster a positive learning environment for all
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
RIMSD #41
08.2023 - 06.2026
Special Education Teacher
East Moline School District #37
08.1999 - 07.2023
Master of Arts - Education And Leadership
Saint Xavier University
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Illinois State University