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Gabriella Harrison

Gabriella Harrison

Agawam,MA

Summary

Innovative educator and part-time student with a strong interest in transitioning to a career in instructional design. Actively gaining knowledge and skills to make this shift and bring my educational background into this field. Adept at fostering environments where learning is both engaging and effective. Known for high productivity levels and the ability to efficiently complete tasks, utilizing time management skills to meet deadlines while maintaining quality standards. Specialize in curriculum development, classroom management, and educational technology integration. Excel in communication, adaptability, and empathy, ensuring positive outcomes in diverse educational settings.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Classroom Teacher

Windsor Public Schools
Windsor, CT
08.2021 - Current

Work includes:

  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Curriculum development
  • Partnering with school administrators to speak to community members about educational innovations
  • Task and time management skills
  • Collaborative analysis during district data meetings
  • Abiding by Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and 504 plans
  • Fostering strong home-school partnerships to enhance student achievement
  • Integrating multiple online learning platforms to meet diverse learning styles and abilities

Special Education Teacher

Windsor Public Schools
Windsor, CT
07.2022 - 07.2022

Work includes:

  • Teacher for grades 1 and 2 for the Windsor Public Schools Extended School Year summer program
  • Led individualized instruction for diverse learning needs
  • Collected data through weekly progress monitoring
  • Designed and executed specialized educational programs
  • Fostered an inclusive learning environment through adaptive teaching strategies

Special Education Teacher

Windsor Public Schools
Windsor, CT
07.2021 - 07.2021

Work includes:

  • Teacher for grades 3, 4, and 5 for the Windsor Public Schools Extended School Year summer program.
  • Led differentiated instruction across grades 3-5
  • Implemented individualized learning strategies for special education students
  • Designed interactive learning experiences

Education

Certificate in Online Course Design -

Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT
08.2025

Masters of Literacy -

University of Saint Joseph
West Hartford, CT
05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Integrated Elementary/Special Education

University of Hartford
West Hartford, CT
05.2021

Skills

  • Google Suite
  • Microsoft Office
  • Data Interpretation Skills
  • Multimedia Design
  • Curriculum development
  • Instructional design

Certification

  • Connecticut Teacher License, 305: Grades 1-6, 165: Comprehensive Special Education K-12
  • Certificate in Online Course Design, Anticipated: 08/31/25

Accomplishments

  • 2024 Teacher of the Year nominee
  • 2025 Teacher of the Year nominee
  • Serve as a school representative for the Windsor Public Schools District Climate and Safety Committee.

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Windsor Public Schools
07.2022 - 07.2022

Classroom Teacher

Windsor Public Schools
08.2021 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Windsor Public Schools
07.2021 - 07.2021

Certificate in Online Course Design -

Quinnipiac University

Masters of Literacy -

University of Saint Joseph

Bachelor of Science - Integrated Elementary/Special Education

University of Hartford
Gabriella Harrison