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Erin M. Gervais

Worcester,MA

Summary

Compassionate Special Education Teacher focused on meeting students' academic and emotional needs. Caring in the delivery of personalized, hands-on support, and lessons targeted to specific learning needs and strengths. Supports strong communication skills and a patient nature to provide positive reinforcement in team-based, structured environments.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Severe Special Education Teacher-High School

Central MA Special Ed Collaborative
04.2020 - Current
  • Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
  • Maintaining classroom management and organization.
  • Completing individual academic binders for children.
  • Implementing individualized vocational, clerical skills, and life skills.
  • Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
  • Implemented behavioral management strategies in classroom settings.
  • Trained and mentored new special education staff members.
  • Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
  • Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
  • Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
  • Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
  • Helped individuals with disabilities develop the life skills needed to gain independence.

ABA Therapist

Central MA Special Ed Collaborative
10.2016 - 03.2020
  • Responsible to perform and collect trial data.
  • Follow the prescribed behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols.
  • Helped with group activities to encourage social development.
  • Provided support in crisis situations, consistently implementing predetermined behavioral strategies.
  • Implemented individualized treatment plans for diverse student needs.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement methods to increase desired behaviors while decreasing challenging behaviors.

Instructional Assistant

St. Stephen School
Worcester, MA
08.2011 - 06.2013
  • I assisted in a kindergarten classroom.
  • Worked with small groups of children, and helped engage them in activities.
  • Provided one-on-one support to children who were having difficulty.
  • Assisted the teacher with implementing the curriculum.
  • Assisted teachers in classroom activities and lesson preparation.
  • Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.

Preschool Teacher

St. Stephen School
Worcester, MA
08.2008 - 06.2011
  • Designed learning centers that are suitable for the classroom.
  • Engaged children in role play.
  • Performed student assessments.
  • Creative lesson planning.
  • Enhanced student academic and social growth by using varied teaching strategies and techniques, including whole group, individual, and small group.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse preschool age groups.
  • Facilitated daily activities to encourage social and emotional development.
  • Assessed children's progress through observation and informal assessments.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated creative teaching techniques.

Second Grade Teacher

St. Stephen School
08.2006 - 06.2008
  • Prepared, developed, and taught a variety of standards-based lesson plans in Mathematics, Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies.
  • Responsible for teaching and helping students of all levels.
  • Attended Parents' Nights, Conferences, and Professional Development Days.
  • I interacted with parents on a regular basis.
  • Individualized Education Plans.
  • Used manipulatives during lessons.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and abilities.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with parents to support student progress and address concerns.
  • Organized field trips for educational purposes outside the traditional classroom setting.
  • Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.

Education

NurseAide and Home Health Aide -

The Fieldstone School
Worcester, MA
06.2008

B.A.of Arts -

Anna Maria College
Paxton, MA
05.2006

Double major - Humanities and Elementary Education

Anna Maria College
Paxton, MA
05.2006

Skills

  • IEP development
  • Classroom management and organization
  • Team collaboration
  • Curriculum adaptation
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Relationship building

Certification

  • Severe special education teacher license-All levels
  • Nurse Aide and Home Health Aide Certificate.

References

Caitlin Lamonda, BCBA (Current Collegue)  508-736-7500

Carol DeAngelis, Former Assistant Director, 508-736-3764

Liz Pinzino, Former Director/Principal  617-817-3198

Shana Teal, Family Friend of 15 years, 508-517-4051

Timeline

Severe Special Education Teacher-High School

Central MA Special Ed Collaborative
04.2020 - Current

ABA Therapist

Central MA Special Ed Collaborative
10.2016 - 03.2020

Instructional Assistant

St. Stephen School
08.2011 - 06.2013

Preschool Teacher

St. Stephen School
08.2008 - 06.2011

Second Grade Teacher

St. Stephen School
08.2006 - 06.2008

NurseAide and Home Health Aide -

The Fieldstone School

B.A.of Arts -

Anna Maria College

Double major - Humanities and Elementary Education

Anna Maria College

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