Frances Palmer-Sheehy
Portland,USA
Summary
Skilled in special education and literacy instruction, emphasizing IEP development and behavioral support. Collaborates effectively with teachers and support staff to create inclusive environments that facilitate academic growth and social skills development for students with diverse needs.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Brunswick School Department
Brunswick, USA
01.2020 - 01.2025
- Taught functional and academic skills to K-2 students with developmental disabilities and autism
- Assessed and evaluated students to determine needs and progress towards IEP goals
- Developed IEPs and instruction based on assessment data and needs
- Supervised and led support staff
- Collaborated with classroom teachers and service providers to maximize student inclusion in the regular education setting.
Educational Technician III
Brunswick School Department
Brunswick, USA
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Supported students in behavioral and life skills programs to achieve IEP goals.
- Assisted lead teacher to plan and teach academic and social skills lessons.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to increase knowledge of best practices.
SB-BHP, Educational Technician III
Easterseals Child Development Center/Woodfords Family Services
Portland, USA
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Worked closely with preschool students to employ programming based on ABA practices.
- Maintained an accurate record of student progress and updated student programming as needed.
- Assisted lead teacher in managing the classroom, including curriculum planning and preparation of materials.
Library Information Integrator
South Portland School Department
South Portland, USA
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Taught literacy, research and technology skills to students in grades K-5.
- Managed library and technology programs in two elementary schools: Analyzed and developed collections; maintained technology devices; oversaw transition of library database; trained and supervised support staff and volunteers.
- Worked with a district-wide team to write essential learning targets based on CCSS.
- Trained in Responsive Classroom teaching method.
- Planned monthly, family library programming to promote literacy.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to run weekly book and art clubs.
- Member of the Building Leadership Team at Kaler School.
- Tutored at-risk students in reading and math during extended-year summer program.
- Teacher advisor for Student Council.
School Library Media Specialist
Sanford School Department
Sanford, USA
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Taught library and information literacy skills to students in grades 1-6.
- Supervised library assistants and volunteers.
- Developed collection and maintained catalog for two elementary libraries.
- Prepared and managed annual budget.
Reference/Children's Librarian
The Morse Institute Library
Natick, USA
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Worked at both the adult and children's reference desks.
- Supervised young adult room and assisted teens with online searching and research assignments.
- Assisted adult patrons with internet and database training.
- Reviewed and recommended materials for children's collection.
Reference Librarian
Hopkinton Public Library
Hopkinton, USA
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Curated and organized Reference and Nonfiction materials to enrich library collection and meet community needs.
- Developed and implemented Internet Use Policy to ensure safe and effective access for patrons.
- Integrated technology and provided computer training for patrons and staff.
- Designed and created the library's web site.
- Supported director in managing library operations to enhance service delivery.
Education
Special Education Certification Coursework -
University of Maine at Farmington and University of Maine
01-2020
Masters of Arts - Library and Information Science
The Catholic University of America, School of Library and Information Science
Washington, DC01-1999
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Southern Maine
Portland, ME01-1995
Skills
- IEP development
- Applied behavior analysis
- Student assessment
- Behavioral support and crisis intervention
- Classroom management strategies
- Individualized instruction
Certification
- 282 Teacher of Students with Disabilities Grades K-8
- Lexia LETRS Level I
- Safety Care Crisis Prevention Training
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI)
- Responsive Classroom Advanced Course for Elementary Educators
Committee Experience
- Brunswick Schools Literacy Committee, 01/01/25, Part of a focus committee that reviewed and selected literacy curricula for K-5 students
- Kate Furbish School Leadership Team, 01/01/22, 01/01/24, Developed building procedures and schedules, planned professional learning opportunities and activities that fostered school culture. Represented the special education department and assisted with daily management of special education classroom needs.
- Kaler School Leadership Team, 01/01/13, 01/01/15, Analyzed intervention practices, teaching strategies and behavioral/emotional needs of students in order to fulfill the requirements of the Maine DOE school improvement grant
- Chickadee Book Award Committee, 01/01/09, 01/01/11, Promoted picture books to children throughout the state of Maine, Reviewed and discussed books for nomination to an annual list, Wrote curriculum and activity pages for nominated books
Timeline
Teacher
Brunswick School Department
01.2020 - 01.2025
Educational Technician III
Brunswick School Department
01.2017 - 01.2020
SB-BHP, Educational Technician III
Easterseals Child Development Center/Woodfords Family Services
01.2016 - 01.2017
Library Information Integrator
South Portland School Department
01.2012 - 01.2015
School Library Media Specialist
Sanford School Department
01.2005 - 01.2009
Reference/Children's Librarian
The Morse Institute Library
01.1999 - 01.2001
Reference Librarian
Hopkinton Public Library
01.1999 - 01.2000
Special Education Certification Coursework -
University of Maine at Farmington and University of Maine
Masters of Arts - Library and Information Science
The Catholic University of America, School of Library and Information Science
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Southern Maine