Gina Miglio
Pacifica,California
Summary
Dedicated and collaborative Education Specialist with broad experience supporting diverse learners through individualized academic, behavioral, and social-emotional interventions. Focused on building student strengths, confidence, independence, and self-advocacy through structured, supportive, and student-centered learning environments. Skilled in fostering strong partnerships with students, families, teachers, and multidisciplinary teams to promote academic and social-emotional growth. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills that contribute to inclusive and encouraging school communities. Experienced in push-in and pull-out support, literacy intervention, executive functioning strategies, IEP development, differentiated instruction, and Orton-Gillingham-based reading intervention.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor & Parent Support Consultant
Learning Leaps
Pacifica, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Deliver individualized tutoring that supports student growth and confidence.
- Use differentiated strategies and tools to support diverse learning needs.
- Collaborate with parents and teachers to support student progress and intervention planning.
- Guide families through the IEP process to support appropriate services and accommodations.
Education Specialist - Resource Teacher
Millbrae School District
Millbrae
2022 - 2025
- Developed individualized lesson plans and targeted interventions to support student academic growth and skill development.
- Managed IEP development and implementation for students with diverse learning needs across multiple special education classifications.
- Coordinated special education services, schedules, and instructional support to ensure compliance and effective program implementation.
- Built strong relationships with students and families to support engagement, progress monitoring, and student success.
- Collaborated with faculty and school teams to strengthen instructional practices and support program improvement.
- Mentored and supported new educators in instructional planning, classroom management, and special education procedures.
Education Specialist - Resource Teacher
Pacifica School District
Pacifica
2018 - 2022
- Collaborated with families to support student learning goals, behavioral expectations, and academic progress.
- Increased student engagement and focus through structured classroom support and positive behavior strategies.
- Assessed student needs to develop individualized lessons aligned with academic strengths and growth areas.
- Provided instruction across multiple subject areas for students with intellectual and emotional disabilities.
- Modified curriculum and instructional strategies to support diverse learning needs and access to grade-level content.
Special Education Teacher-SDC Mod/Severe Teacher
Pacifica School District
Pacifica, California
2016 - 2020
- Planned and implemented standards-based lessons aligned to student learning needs.
- Maintained consistent communication with parents, students, and staff regarding student progress and instructional support.
- Created engaging, hands-on learning activities that promoted student participation and curiosity.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to develop individualized plans supporting student success.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback on strengths and areas for growth.
Reading Interventionist
Pacifica School District
Pacifica
2013 - 2016
- Designed and delivered individualized and small-group literacy instruction aligned to student learning needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to strengthen reading intervention programs and support student progress.
- Conducted assessments and analyzed data to identify students needing targeted academic support.
- Implemented evidence-based literacy interventions, including Fountas & Pinnell and Orton-Gillingham-based strategies, to improve reading skills.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT01-2018
Special Education Teaching Credential
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT01-2018
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
California State University - Monterey Bay
Seaside, CA08-2015
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology-Industrial/Organizational Concentration
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA08-1995
Master of Science -
I
Skills
- Leadership development
- Orton-Gillingham methodology application
- Growth mindset
- Patience and empathy
- Problem-solving skills
- Creative thinking
- Collaboration and teamwork
Accomplishments
- Pacificans Care, Board Member, Board of Directors
- Member of the Millbrae School District Guiding Coalition Leadership Team
- 2023 Teacher of the Year, Millbrae School District
Timeline
Tutor & Parent Support Consultant
Learning Leaps
08.2025 - Current
Special Education Teaching Credential
Western Governors University
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
California State University - Monterey Bay
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology-Industrial/Organizational Concentration
San Francisco State University
Education Specialist - Resource Teacher
Millbrae School District
2022 - 2025
Education Specialist - Resource Teacher
Pacifica School District
2018 - 2022
Special Education Teacher-SDC Mod/Severe Teacher
Pacifica School District
2016 - 2020
Reading Interventionist
Pacifica School District
2013 - 2016
Master of Science - Special Education
Western Governors University
Master of Science -
I