Gage Proctor
Teacher
Osceola,IN
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate educator with strong communication skills and experience in both special and general education settings. Skilled in creating inclusive, structured classrooms that support diverse learning needs and foster student growth. Builds strong, trusting relationships with students and families while maintaining high expectations for achievement. Brings energy and adaptability to instruction, using individualized strategies to promote academic success and positive behavior. Committed to collaboration, student-centered learning, and continuous growth.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Exceptional Education Teacher
PHM
Mishawaka, Indiana
08.2024 - Current
- Deliver differentiated instruction in reading, writing, and math for students with diverse learning needs
- Implement IEPs and BIPs with fidelity while tracking student progress toward academic and behavioral goals
- Provide small-group and individualized instruction focused on academic skill development and study strategies
- Use data-driven instruction to adjust teaching methods and improve student outcomes
- Manage classroom behavior using proactive strategies, de-escalation techniques, and structured routines
- Collaborate with general education teachers to support inclusion and curriculum access
- Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress and support strategies
- Support students with executive functioning skills, organization, and classroom transitions
- Build strong relationships with students to promote engagement, trust, and positive behavior
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to develop and adjust student support plans
DSP
ADEC, Inc
South Bend, Indiana
04.2020 - Current
- Maintain clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety
- Transport clients to doctor's appointments and errands
- Supervise medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living
- Track and report clients' progress based on observations and conversations
- Follow care plan and directions to administer medications
- Monitor client's well-being, safety and comfort under physician direction
- Document current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors and eating habits
- Use approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations
- Assist individuals in learning and developing new skills
- Advocate for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals
- Accompany and transport clients to appointments, errands and social activities
- Assist individuals in development of social skills to become integrated in community
- Develop strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care
- Assist with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs
Cashier
Follet Higher Education Group
South Bend, Indiana
07.2022 - 05.2024
- Collect payments and provided accurate change
- Help customers find specific products, answer questions and offer product advice
- Work closely with front-end staff to assist customers
- Process sales transactions to prevent long customer wait times
- Accept cash and credit card payments, issue receipts.
- Help with purchases and sign customers up for rewards program
- Track company inventories, move excess stock and arrange products to improve sales
- Direct trash removal and sanitation procedures to keep aisles and register area organized
- Answer product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and store promotions
- Discount purchases by scanning and redeeming coupons
- Scan merchandise using point-of-sale system for accurate purchase totals
- Deliver high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills
Peer Mentor
IUSB
South Bend, IN
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Assisted teachers with creating and maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment.
- Supported teachers by preparing materials, setting up equipment, and organizing supplies.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that incorporated active learning strategies.
- Created and maintained a safe classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Utilized student-centered teaching strategies to engage students in the learning process.
- Assessed student knowledge through tests, quizzes, and other assessment tools.
- Facilitated group discussions to encourage critical thinking skills among students.
- Conducted lectures and demonstrations to introduce new topics or concepts.
- Adapted course materials to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and academic progress.
- Served as an advisor for students seeking career advice or college guidance.
- Delivered course lectures using modern technology to enhance student comprehension.
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
Event Staff Member
Allie's Cafe & Catering
South Bend, Indiana
05.2016 - 04.2020
- Organized materials, cleaned facilities and set up equipment to prepare for events
- Greeted incoming guests, accepted payments, reviewed tickets and directed to facility locations
- Assisted guests in determining seat location and escorted guests to seats
- Set up and packed up event equipment, leaving area clean and tidy
- Managed crowds and monitored safety during performances
- Monitored all patrons for compliance with safety protocols and procedures, providing optimal protection to all guests and staff
- Greeted facility guests and directed smoothly individuals to scheduled party, desired game room or target activity.
Student Worker
Sylvan Learning Center
Mishawaka, Indiana
05.2019 - 04.2020
- Organized Folders
- Cleaned the building
- Set up 15 minute "brain breaks" for students
- Distributed and collected tests and homework to prepare for grading by head teacher.
- Created and coordinated age-appropriate enrichment activities to drive social, emotional and intellectual development.
- Provided individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics and promote student learning.
- Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms and coordinated documents for teachers.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
Education
Elementary Education BSED - Exceptional Education - Elementary Education - Exceptional Education
IUSB
South Bend, IN05-2024
High School Diploma -
Penn High School
06-2020
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning & Differentiated Instruction
- Behavior Intervention & De-escalation
- IEP & BIP Implementation
- Data Tracking & Progress Monitoring
- Parent-Teacher Collaboration
- Group & Individual Instruction
- Conflict Resolution
- Rapport Building
- Collaborative Team Support
- Literacy & Math Instruction
Accomplishments
- [Club: Diversity In Disability] Member & Secretary, [2023-2024]
- [Spring Semester, 2023] - Dean's List
- [Fall Semester, 2022] - Dean's List
- [Peer Mentor, IUSB 2021-2023]
Timeline
Exceptional Education Teacher
PHM
08.2024 - Current
Cashier
Follet Higher Education Group
07.2022 - 05.2024
Peer Mentor
IUSB
01.2021 - 12.2023
DSP
ADEC, Inc
04.2020 - Current
Student Worker
Sylvan Learning Center
05.2019 - 04.2020
Event Staff Member
Allie's Cafe & Catering
05.2016 - 04.2020
Elementary Education BSED - Exceptional Education - Elementary Education - Exceptional Education
IUSB
High School Diploma -
Penn High School