Barbara Gildersleeve
Whitmore Lake
Summary
Experienced education consultant with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Adept at curriculum development, instructional strategies, and educational technology integration. Known for reliability and adaptability to meet changing needs. Highly skilled in fostering positive learning environments and driving student success.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Consultant
Ann Arbor Public Schools
08.2011 - 06.2025
- Delivered specialized instruction to meet the needs of students with varying abilities and needs
- Provided necessary accommodations during lessons, assignments and the administration of all state and mandated assessments to students with an IEP
- Collaborated with colleagues to assess student support needs and plan for student success
- Worked with students in an inclusion, small group, and individual setting
- Created individual learning plans for each student based on the goals identified in the student's (IEP)
- Developed and Implemented Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA), Behavior Improvement Plans (BIP) and Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS)
- Developed strong relationships with students, teachers, parents, and administrators
- Developed individualized education plans to support diverse student learning needs.
- Collaborated with educators to integrate data-driven instructional strategies into curricula.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and instructional techniques.
- Led initiatives to enhance student engagement through innovative teaching methods and technology integration.
- Coordinated communication between parents, students, and staff to foster supportive educational environments.
- Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting instructional strategies to address areas of need and maximize growth potential.
- Utilized data-driven decision making to inform instructional practices, leading to improved student outcomes on standardized tests.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing classroom rules.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, enriching the educational experience for all students.
- Actively participated in school-wide committees focused on curriculum development and assessment practices, helping shape future instructional policies.
- Led professional development workshops on best teaching practices, contributing to the overall improvement of teaching quality within the school.
- Supported diverse learners by differentiating instruction and providing appropriate accommodations for various learning needs.
Lead Teacher
Ann Arbor Public Schools
08.2018 - 01.2025
- Interviewed and hired ESY staff
- Staffing allocations for ESY teachers, ancillary staff and teacher assistants in accordance with student IEP
- Directed, supervised and evaluated the work of assigned staff
- Collected and analyzed data to support effective instructional decision making
- Monitored compliance of all IEP services
- Coordinated transportation requirements in accordance with student IEP
- Observed classrooms and provided feedback on instructional and behavioral practices
- Collaborated with staff on working effectively with parents
- Planned and facilitated weekly staff meetings
- Managed staff and student attendance
- Created weekly staff and parent news bulletin
- Developed master schedule
- Budgeted program expenses
- Established staff, student and parent relations
Co-Director
Ann Arbor Public Schools
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Interviewed and hired ESY staff
- Staffing allocations for ESY teachers, ancillary staff and teacher assistants in accordance with student IEP
- Directed, supervised and evaluated the work of assigned staff
- Collected and analyzed data to support effective instructional decision making
- Monitored compliance of all IEP services
- Coordinated transportation requirements in accordance with student IEP
- Observed classrooms and provided feedback on instructional and behavioral practices
- Collaborated with staff on working effectively with parents
- Planned and facilitated weekly staff meetings
- Managed staff and student attendance
- Created weekly staff and parent news bulletin
- Developed master schedule
- Budgeted program expenses
- Established staff, student and parent relations
Resource Room Special Education Teacher
Montrose Community Schools
08.1996 - 06.2011
- Identified and implemented goals and objectives towards the specific needs and abilities of each student on my caseload
- Delivered specialized instruction to meet the needs of students with varying abilities and needs
- Evaluated the academic strengths and weaknesses of students with suspected disabilities
- Presented results of academic assessments to IEP team members to determine eligibility for special education services
- Provided classroom teachers with best practices and demonstrated useful techniques to enable students to improve academic performance and access the general education curriculum
- Provided necessary accommodations during lessons, assignments and the administration of all state and mandated assessments to students with an IEP
- Collaborated with colleagues to assess student support needs and plan for student success
- Worked with students in an inclusion, small group, and individual setting
- Created individual learning plans for each student on my caseload based on the goals identified in the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP)
- Developed and Implemented FBA/BIP and PBIS
- Monitored student progress
- Developed and Coordinated Personal Curriculums
- Coordinated with Michigan Rehabilitation Services, Universities, and Community Partners
- Developed strong relationships with students, teachers, parents, and administrators
Education
Full Approval as Supervisor - Special Education
Saginaw Valley State University
Saginaw, MI05.2015
Masters - Special Education
Saginaw Valley State University
Saginaw, MI08.2008
Teaching Certificate - undefined
Saginaw Valley State University
Saginaw, MI01.2000
Bachelors - Communications, Psychology
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI05.1991
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Collaborative learning
- Instructional technology
- Educational technology
- Teacher training
- Project-based learning
- Differentiated instruction
- Inquiry-based learning
- Individualized education plans
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Classroom management
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Staff training
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Ann Arbor Public Schools
08.2018 - 01.2025
Co-Director
Ann Arbor Public Schools
07.2016 - 07.2017
Teacher Consultant
Ann Arbor Public Schools
08.2011 - 06.2025
Resource Room Special Education Teacher
Montrose Community Schools
08.1996 - 06.2011
Masters - Special Education
Saginaw Valley State University
Teaching Certificate - undefined
Saginaw Valley State University
Bachelors - Communications, Psychology
Eastern Michigan University
Full Approval as Supervisor - Special Education
Saginaw Valley State University
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE / CONFERENCES
- Assistive Technology Consultant
- School Improvement Committee Member
- Provided professional development on Assistive Technology for Special Education Staff and AAPAC (Ann Arbor Parent Advisory Committee)
- Provided professional development on Special Education Law and Compliance for Special Education Staff and Administrative Staff
- Provided professional development for Teacher Assistants
- Stand Up for Learning Grant Recipient from the Ann Arbor Education Foundation
- PTO Grant Recipient for classroom ball chairs
- Read Live Naturally Grant Recipient
- Reflex Math Grant Recipient
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certified
- MERT (medical emergency response team) Team
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