Angela Gill
Ayer,MA
Summary
Versatile and dedicated Special Education Teacher with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Experienced and knowledgeable in employing communication and positive reinforcement with teachers, parents, and specialists to meet educational needs of students.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Fitchburg Public Schools
Fitchburg, MA
08.2017 - Current
- Taught students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one, using multiple teaching methods and strategies (project-based, student-centered, inquiry-based, personalized, kinesthetic, game-based, differentiation, experiment-based, and hands-on). (3rd grade-5th grade)
- Developed lesson plans and delivered instruction implementing the state frameworks, providing modifications and accommodations, as needed, to meet the diverse needs of students.
- Collaborated with other teachers, professional staff, and administrators to improve academic and social emotional instruction.
- Engaged and communicated with parents and guardians with regard to instructional curriculum and their child’s academic and social emotional progress.
- Progress monitored students’ performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies and determine their educational needs.
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
- Developed and implemented IEPs (Individualized Educational Programs).
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques and plans to improve student social and academic performance.
- Supported students with special needs to integrate into general classroom environments.
- Prepared students for transition to the next grade.
21st Century After School Teacher
Fitchburg Public Schools
Fitchburg, MA
10.2017 - 05.2018
- Taught science using multiple teaching methods and strategies (project-based, student-centered, inquiry-based, kinesthetic, experiment-based, and hands-on).
Special Education Teacher
FLLAC Collaborative, Caldwell Elementary School
2 Shaker Road Shirley, MA
08.2001 - 08.2017
- Taught students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one, using multiple teaching methods and strategies (project-based, student-centered, inquiry-based, personalized, kinesthetic, game-based, differentiation, experiment-based, and hands-on). (Kindergarten-6th grade)
- Developed lesson plans and delivered instruction implementing the state frameworks, providing modifications and accommodations, as needed, to meet the diverse needs of students.
- Facilitated small group and one-on-one instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Developed and implemented IEPs (Individualized Educational Programs).
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents, guardians, and school administration.
- Collaborated with other teachers, professional staff, and administrators to improve academic and social emotional instruction.
- Engaged and communicated with parents and guardians with regard to instructional curriculum and their child’s academic and social emotional progress.
- Progress monitored students’ performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies and determine their educational needs.
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans and modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance and behavior.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events (i.e., Science Fairs, Science Club).
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Prepared students for transition to the next grade.
Special Education Teacher: Summer School
FLLAC Collaborative, Caldwell Elementary School
2 Shaker Road Shirley, MA
07.2000 - 08.2016
- Taught students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one, using multiple teaching methods and strategies (project-based, student-centered, inquiry-based, personalized, kinesthetic, game-based, differentiation, experiment-based, and hands-on). (Kindergarten-6th grade)
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Developed lesson plans and delivered instruction implementing the state frameworks, providing modifications and accommodations, as needed, to meet the diverse needs of students.
- Collaborated with other teachers, professional staff, and administrators to improve academic and social emotional instruction.
- Implemented IEPs (Individualized Educational Programs).
Science and Mathematics Teacher
Seven Hills Charter Public School
51 Gage Street Worcester, MA 01605
08.2000 - 06.2001
- Taught science and mathematics to students as a class and in small groups, using multiple teaching methods and strategies (project-based, student-centered, inquiry-based, personalized, differentiation, experiment-based, and hands-on). (6th grade – 8th grade)
- Developed lesson plans and delivered instruction implementing the state frameworks, providing modifications and accommodations, as needed, to meet the diverse needs of students.
- Provided after-school tutoring.
- Engaged and communicated with parents and guardians regarding their child’s education and progress.
- Collaborated with other teachers and professional staff to improve students’ academic instruction.
- Utilized curricular, formative, and summative assessments that measured student progress and used this data to refine instructional practices.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events (i.e., Science Fairs).
- Implemented 504s and IEPs (Individualized Educational Programs).
- Prepared students for transition to the next grade.
Science and Mathematics Teacher
Lunenburg Public Schools
129 Northfield Road, Lunenburg, MA 01462
08.1999 - 06.2000
- Taught science and mathematics to students as a class and in small groups, using multiple teaching methods and strategies (project-based, inquiry-based, differentiation, experiment-based, and hands-on). (8th grade)
- Developed lesson plans and delivered instruction implementing the state frameworks, providing modifications and accommodations, as needed, to meet the diverse needs of students.
- Engaged and communicated with parents and guardians regarding their child’s education and progress.
- Collaborated with other teachers and professional staff to improve students’ academic instruction.
- Utilized curricular, formative, and summative assessments that measured student progress and used this data to refine instructional practices.
- Implemented 504s and IEPs (Individualized Educational Programs).
- Prepared students for transition to the next grade.
MCAS Program: 6th Grade: Math and English Language
Lunenburg Public Schools
129 Northfield Road, Lunenburg, MA 01462
02.2000 - 05.2000
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Help students improve their reading, writing and communication skills.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA05.1999
Skills
- Small Group Instruction
- Behavior Modification
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- Student Support
- Different Learning Styles
- Parent and Guardian Communication
EDUCATION LICENSE(S) Moderate Disabilities (PreK-8), Professional, August 2021 SEI (Sheltered En
- Moderate Disabilities (PreK-8), Professional, August 2021
- SEI (Sheltered English Immersion) Teacher Endorsement – issued June 28, 2016
Education License(s)
- Moderate Disabilities (PreK-8), Professional, August 2021
- SEI (Sheltered English Immersion) Teacher Endorsement – issued June 28, 2016
Timeline
21st Century After School Teacher
Fitchburg Public Schools
10.2017 - 05.2018
Special Education Teacher
Fitchburg Public Schools
08.2017 - Current
Special Education Teacher
FLLAC Collaborative, Caldwell Elementary School
08.2001 - 08.2017
Science and Mathematics Teacher
Seven Hills Charter Public School
08.2000 - 06.2001
Special Education Teacher: Summer School
FLLAC Collaborative, Caldwell Elementary School
07.2000 - 08.2016
MCAS Program: 6th Grade: Math and English Language
Lunenburg Public Schools
02.2000 - 05.2000
Science and Mathematics Teacher
Lunenburg Public Schools
08.1999 - 06.2000
Master of Science - Special Education
Fitchburg State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Fitchburg State University