Gregg Balicki
Westfield,MA
Summary
Creative Special Education Teacher whose focus is on student academic, social, and emotional needs. Flexible with student needs in mind to create hand-on differentiated lessons to assist students with special needs access to the general education curriculum. Expert in developing and implementing Individualized Education Plans including data collection, positive reinforcement techniques and strategies, and consistent parent communication to help encourage a nurturing learning environment.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
John F Kennedy Middle School
09.2012 - Current
- Co-teach four core subjects (Math, English, Science and Social Studies) in collaboratively taught setting in 6th , 7th, and 8th grade general education classroom
- Taught Fundamental Mathematics, Fundamental Social Studies, and Fundamental Science in 6th grade resource room setting
- Teaching academic support period for students with special needs
- 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
Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach
Enrico Fermi High School
03.2013 - 06.2017
- Developed personalized conditioning plans for players
- Planned and directed game strategies
- Coached players on specific position requirements such as pitching and catching
Special Education Teacher
Enfield High School
09.2009 - 08.2012
- Teach four core subjects in fully self-contained setting to students with emotional disturbances
Special Education Teacher
John F Kennedy Middle School
09.2005 - 09.2009
- Co-teach four core subjects in collaboratively taught setting in general education classroom
Special Education Teacher
Somers High School
09.2004 - 09.2005
- Co-teach four core subjects in collaboratively taught setting in general education classroom
Special Education Teacher
Kealakehe Intermediate School
09.2001 - 09.2004
- Co-teach four core subjects for grades 6-8 in collaboratively taught setting in general education classroom
Special Education Teacher/Physical Education Teacher/Health Teacher
Hana High and Elementary School
09.1997 - 09.2001
- Co-teach four core subjects for grades 6-12 in resource room setting
Education
Master’s Degree in Special Education -
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN12.2023
Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction -
University of Phoenix-Online
Phoenix, AZ05.2007
Post Baccalaureate Degree in Special Education -
University of Hawaii - Manoa
Honolulu, HI05.2001
Bachelors Degree in Education -
University of Hawaii - Manoa
Honolulu, HI12.1992
High School Diploma -
Kaiser High School
Honolulu, HI06.1988
Skills
- Progress Evaluations
- Student Records Management
- Lesson Planning
- Curriculum Adjustments
- Data Management
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Instructional Strategies
- Parent Communication
- Differentiated Instruction
- Motivating Students
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Behavior Modifications
- Classroom Management
Activities
Enjoy playing golf, traveling, and spending time with my wife and two dogs.
References
Ms. Maria Mangiarelli, Special Education Department Chair, John F. Kennedy Middle School, 155 Raffia Road, Enfield, CT, 06082
Dr. Andrew Berrios, Principal, John F Kennedy Middle School, 155 Raffia Road, Enfield, CT, 06082
Dr. Andrew Balog, Blue House Assistant Principal, John F Kennedy Middle School, 155 Raffia Road, Enfield, CT, 06082
Mr. David Iaccobucci, Red House Assistant Principal, John F Kennedy Middle School, 155 Raffia Road, Enfield, CT, 06082
Ms. Sarah Brown, White House Assistant Principal, John F Kennedy Middle School, 155 Raffia Road, Enfield, CT, 06082
Certification
State of Connecticut, Professional Educator. Physical Education, Grades PK-12.
State of Connecticut, Professional Educator. Special Education, Grades K-12.
Timeline
Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach
Enrico Fermi High School
03.2013 - 06.2017
Special Education Teacher
John F Kennedy Middle School
09.2012 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Enfield High School
09.2009 - 08.2012
Special Education Teacher
John F Kennedy Middle School
09.2005 - 09.2009
Special Education Teacher
Somers High School
09.2004 - 09.2005
Special Education Teacher
Kealakehe Intermediate School
09.2001 - 09.2004
Special Education Teacher/Physical Education Teacher/Health Teacher
Hana High and Elementary School
09.1997 - 09.2001
Master’s Degree in Special Education -
American College of Education
Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction -
University of Phoenix-Online
Post Baccalaureate Degree in Special Education -
University of Hawaii - Manoa
Bachelors Degree in Education -
University of Hawaii - Manoa
High School Diploma -
Kaiser High School
State of Connecticut, Professional Educator. Physical Education, Grades PK-12.
State of Connecticut, Professional Educator. Special Education, Grades K-12.
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