Gavin Calgaro
Bethel Park,PA
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
STEAM/Media Specialist
Baldwin-Whitehall School District
Pittsburgh, PA
08.2023 - Current
- Designed and implemented my own curriculum for Grades 1 and 2, as well as adapted classrooms
- Managed the school library and its procedures
- Used technology to support and enhance lessons
- Guided students in discovery through the Engineering Process
- Provided students with opportunities to share their STEAM-related skills with peers
Building Substitute Teacher
Bethel Park School District
Bethel Park, PA
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Designed and delivered an adapted curriculum for a first-grade homebound student.
- Acted as a co-teacher in a classroom for the duration of the school year.
- Counseled students with special emotional and academic needs.
Substitute Teacher
Substitute Teacher Service (STS)
Pittsburgh, PA
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Filled in for teachers on a day-to-day basis and held one long-term position
- Worked with students grades K-12
- Held a three-month long position as an elementary music teacher, designing and implementing end-of-year units for grades K-3
Third Grade General Education Teacher
Mifflin County School District
Lewistown, PA
06.2018 - 08.2021
- Worked with students of diverse backgrounds and skill levels, as an Autistic Support and ESL host teacher
- Participated on the Community Outreach and School Events committees
- Designed and carried out lesson plans in all subject areas
- Worked closely with relevant support staff to create academic and behavioral plans for multiple students
- Organized and directed classroom plays for school-wide performances
- Maintained general classroom teacher duties, such as conferences, interventions, and classroom management
Instructor/Web-Master
Harmony
Penn State University
09.2014 - 05.2016
- Planned and taught theatre classes to students (ages 9-22) with special needs, focusing on elements of dance, singing, and acting
- Trained new and returning volunteers
- Organized and managed the performance of showcases in professional settings
Education
Master of Science - K-12 Reading Specialist/Instructional Coaching
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Slippery Rock, PA05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, PK-4 Option
The Pennsylvania State University
State College, PA12.2017
High School Diploma -
Chartiers Valley High School
Bridgeville, PA06.2013
Certifications/Achivements
Google Certification (Level 1)
- Demonstrated proficiency in all Google products, including Drive, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and PLCs
- Led professional development training for teachers within my district
THON Chair
- Created and carried out fundraisers to help battle childhood cancer
- Communicated with business owners, managers, and club members
- Coordinated events with families and organization members
Eagle Scout, Troop 262
- Earned the highest achievement available through the Boy Scouts of America
- Designed and executed all parts of a community service product, including fundraising and communication
- Acted as Senior Patrol Leader, managing weekly meetings and trips
- Represented my Troop during council meetings and other national BSA events
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
STEAM/Media Specialist
Baldwin-Whitehall School District
08.2023 - Current
Building Substitute Teacher
Bethel Park School District
08.2022 - 06.2023
Substitute Teacher
Substitute Teacher Service (STS)
08.2021 - 08.2022
Third Grade General Education Teacher
Mifflin County School District
06.2018 - 08.2021
Instructor/Web-Master
Harmony
09.2014 - 05.2016
Master of Science - K-12 Reading Specialist/Instructional Coaching
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, PK-4 Option
The Pennsylvania State University
High School Diploma -
Chartiers Valley High School