Emy McGowan
Surprise,AZ
Summary
Educator
Experienced with developing and implementing education plans for students with diverse learning needs. Utilizes effective behavior management techniques to create positive and inclusive classroom environment. Track record of collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support student success and development.
Skilled educator with strong expertise in special education and general education. Adept at developing tailored learning plans, employing effective instructional strategies, and fostering inclusive classroom environments. Known for collaboration, adaptability, and delivering measurable results. Proficient in behavior management, individualized education plans, and student assessments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher, Substitute Teacher
Insight School of Oregon and Cascade Virtual Academy
02.2024 - Current
- Special Design Classroom Teacher
- Plan lessons according to student's goals
- Hold and plan IEP Meetings and complete all corresponding Special Education paperwork
- Work with team members to write goals and keep students on the path to achieve goals
- Organize Lessons and daily lesson content
- Work with the following computer platforms: NewRow, Engageli, Synergy, RSM, Total View School, OLS
Substitute Teacher
Insight School of Oregon and Cascade Virtual Academy
12.2020 - 02.2024
- Collaborate with teachers to develop plans
- Designed and implemented lesson plans to increase student engagement
- 1:1 session for students who are struggling or need some extra support
- Coached and mentored students, worked on graduation plans
Academic Advisor, Middle School and High School
Insight School of Oregon Painted Hills and Cascade Virtual Academy
08.2017 - 10.2020
- Serves as a single point of contact for all non-instructional issues after completion of the placement
- Moderates homeroom/advisory activities and creates required PPT’s, Handouts
- Oversees the entire on-boarding process for students assigned to me
- Plans and organizes on-line orientation session schedule and logistics
- Moderates and teaches Achievement in mind sessions monthly
- Participates in school and K12 provided professional development opportunities
- Attends IEP Meetings of students in my homeroom
- Scores Essential skills writing and reading assessments
- Examines Academic Progress and activity of students on caseload
- Working with Tier 1 and Tier 2 intervention students
- Proficient in Microsoft programs
- Proficient in Blackboard Collaborate platform
- Proficient in Zoom
- Learning NewRow
- Proficient in Total View School and Total View Action programs
- Proficient in Total View Enrollment
K-8 Licensed Substitute Teacher
EMS Smartfind Subfinder
09.2015 - 06.2017
- Perform instructional and classroom management processes
- Follow lesson plans and instructions left by classroom teacher
- Modify teaching styles to fit the learning styles of various students
- Maintain a well managed classroom and positive learning environment
Centennial School District
09.2004 - 01.2015
- Company Overview: Portland Oregon
- Plan and Deliver lessons aligning with district and common core standards
- Effective Classroom management
- Working together with grade level staff members to team plan and teach curriculum
- Positive learning environment
- Communicated student progress with students and parents
- Portland Oregon
Education
Master of Education - Reading Endorsement
Concordia University
Portland, Oregon06.2013
B.S. - Human Development, Elementary Education
Warner Pacific College
Portland, Oregon05.2001
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Adaptable
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Academic assessment
- Leadership qualities
- Classroom management
- Relationship building and management
- Motivational skills
- Student engagement
- Small group instruction
- Organization skills
- Educational leadership
- Verbal and written communication
Professional Committee Experience
- School Improvement and Leadership Team, Centennial School District
- Safety Committee, Centennial School District
- Literacy Night Committee, Centennial School District
- Volunteer Tea Committee, Centennial School District
- Academic Data Team, Centennial School District
- School Improvement and Leadership Team, K12 Schools
Certification
- First Aid Certification – American Red Cross or National Safety Council.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher, Substitute Teacher
Insight School of Oregon and Cascade Virtual Academy
02.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Insight School of Oregon and Cascade Virtual Academy
12.2020 - 02.2024
Academic Advisor, Middle School and High School
Insight School of Oregon Painted Hills and Cascade Virtual Academy
08.2017 - 10.2020
K-8 Licensed Substitute Teacher
EMS Smartfind Subfinder
09.2015 - 06.2017
Centennial School District
09.2004 - 01.2015
B.S. - Human Development, Elementary Education
Warner Pacific College
- First Aid Certification – American Red Cross or National Safety Council.
Master of Education - Reading Endorsement
Concordia University
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