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Teacher of the Year for Winthrop STEM School
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Erin Leigh Seger

Stonington

Summary

Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at New London Public Schools, specializing in differentiated instruction and dyslexia evaluation. Adept at fostering student growth through tailored IEPs and strong parent partnerships. Committed to professional development and mentoring, utilizing trauma-informed care to enhance learning outcomes for diverse learners.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

New London Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies through platforms and programs such as ReadConn, CT SEDS and Goalbook.
  • Evaluated students using various assessment (CORE Phonics Survey, Heggerty, PAST, WIAT, Acadience, DIBELs ,etc
  • Served as a leader by developing and delivering professional development about the Science of Reading
  • Mentored beginning teachers through the TEAM program

First Grade Literacy Teacher

New London Public Schools
08.2013 - 06.2022
  • Taught phonics explicitly using a research based Tier 1 program
  • Created a love of reading and literacy through interactive read alouds
  • Facilitated small group instruction tailored to meet individual needs of each learner while addressing varying abilities within the classroom setting.
  • Developed an organized, diverse and engaging classroom library
  • Collaborated with my content partner and integrated science and social studies into literacy

Special Education Teacher

New London Public Schools
08.2007 - 06.2013

Special Education Teacher: Neurodiverse

Barrington Public Schools
08.2005 - 06.2007
  • Planned and directed 1;1 Paraprofessionals
  • Program for students with a range of different exceptionalities (TBI, Downs Syndrome, Autism)

Special Education Teacher: Self Contained

Wolcott Public Schools
08.2003 - 06.2005
  • Completed Functional Behavioral Assessments and Developed Behavior Intervention Plans

Education

Master of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education:

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT

Skills

  • Dyslexia Evaluation and Teaching Expertise
  • Differentiated instruction for all students
  • Proficient in Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Standards-Aligned Education Plans
  • Targeted Reading Support in Small Groups
  • Trauma-Informed Care Training
  • Advanced Inquiry Learning Techniques

Teacher of the Year for Winthrop STEM School

My colleagues voted me teacher of the year in 2019-2020 and Employee of the Trimester in February of 2023

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

New London Public Schools
08.2022 - Current

First Grade Literacy Teacher

New London Public Schools
08.2013 - 06.2022

Special Education Teacher

New London Public Schools
08.2007 - 06.2013

Special Education Teacher: Neurodiverse

Barrington Public Schools
08.2005 - 06.2007

Special Education Teacher: Self Contained

Wolcott Public Schools
08.2003 - 06.2005

Master of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education:

University of Connecticut
Erin Leigh Seger