Galilee Simmons
Utica,NY
Summary
Flexible professional who excels in cultivating and maintaining positive and productive relationships with all stakeholders. Strong instructional leader with significant educational experience and solid foundation in best practices. Adaptable team player with excellent active listening and communication skills Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
HIGH SCHOOL SKATE ROOM, OCM BOCES
09.2023 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
RESOURCE ROOM/CONSULTANT TEACHER
Edmeston Central School District
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
CLASSROOM TEACHER
Utica City School District
09.2014 - 08.2022
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
Educator
Mayberry Elementary School
01.2012 - 03.2014
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
Information Systems Engineer
Travelers Insurance Company
01.1998 - 12.2011
- Documented system configuration, mapping and processes.
- Maintained stability, integrity and efficient operation of information systems supporting organizational functions.
- Supported system users, educating employees on troubleshooting and problem-solving protocols.
- Collaborated with executive team to define business requirements and systems goals.
Education
MASTERS OF SCIENCE - ELEMENTARY EDUCATION WITH CERT
Eastern Connecticut State University
Willimantic, CTBACHELOR OF ARTS - SOCIOLOGY
Drake University
Des Moines, IASkills
- Creative Thinking
- Critical Thinking
- Excellent Time Management
- Written & Verbal Communication Skills
- Highly Organized
- Attention to Detail
- Microsoft Word, PowerPoint & Outlook
- Google Suite
- Collaboration with Various Stakeholders
- Conflict Resolution
- Maintain Confidentiality
- Ability to Prioritize Tasks
Timeline
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
HIGH SCHOOL SKATE ROOM, OCM BOCES
09.2023 - Current
RESOURCE ROOM/CONSULTANT TEACHER
Edmeston Central School District
09.2022 - 07.2023
CLASSROOM TEACHER
Utica City School District
09.2014 - 08.2022
Educator
Mayberry Elementary School
01.2012 - 03.2014
Information Systems Engineer
Travelers Insurance Company
01.1998 - 12.2011
MASTERS OF SCIENCE - ELEMENTARY EDUCATION WITH CERT
Eastern Connecticut State University
BACHELOR OF ARTS - SOCIOLOGY
Drake University
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