Gregory Walter
Bohemia,NY
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with extensive educational leadership, financial and business experience, strengths in problem solving, critical thinking and analytics. Proficient in employing ongoing communication and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver an exceptional educational experience, fostering academic achievement. An effective communicator skilled at developing and implementing academic programs to create high-quality learning environments. Personable and outgoing with a proven track record for developing meaningful partnerships with major community stakeholders.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Brentwood Union Free School District
Brentwood, New York
09.2015 - Current
- Modify general education curriculum for special-needs students in language arts and social studies in a self-contained special education classroom
- Support the development of English Language Learners in the areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening
- Record student progress and consistently communicate with parents and school administration to meet various learning, social-emotional and behavioral needs
- Redirect and manage behavior using Positive Behavior Support (PBS)
- Create and manage IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, as well as apply instructional knowledge and methods to support goals
School Building Leader Internship
Brentwood Union Free School District
Brentwood, New York
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with administrators, faculty, parents and students to coordinate school events
- Built productive relationships with community resources to organize programs to enrich and support student growth
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards
- Managed student discipline matters such as coordinating parent meetings to comply with district and legal policies
School District Leader Internship
Brentwood Union Free School District
Brentwood, New York
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Encouraged interdepartmental and cross-functional teams collaboration in development and support of student activities, programs and lessons
- Facilitated continued education for teaching staff through implementation of quality curriculum training and appropriation of necessary resources
- Incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers
- Administered standardized tests to evaluate student performance and progress
HVAC Technician
Michael James Industries
Ronkonkoma, NY
05.2011 - 08.2014
- Installed new HVAC systems and performed troubleshooting to repair HVAC systems
- Communicated with corporate stakeholders to establish favorable business relationships
- Trained entry-level engineers, closely monitoring work for quality, speed and to exceed daily project goals
HVAC Salesperson
Sears Home Improvements
Melville, NY
09.2009 - 04.2011
- Offered top-notch, personal service to build relationships, boost sales and promote customer satisfaction
- Networked within community to build and nurture successful relationships with new and long-term customers
- Supervised new hires, providing both individual support and staff trainings
- Led a group of 60 sales representatives and collaborated with project coordinators, installers, management and vendors to provide exceptional service
Specialist Clerk
Van Der Moolen
New York, NY
09.1999 - 04.2009
- Collaborated with various stock brokers to ensure fast and accurate execution of orders in a high-pressure atmosphere
- Multitasked and prioritized duties to ensure effective and orderly implementation
- Developed and maintained strong knowledge of multiple companies and industries to maximize profits and minimize customer loss
- Trained runners and backup clerks in effective use of technology, data interpretation and management of multiple streams of communication
- Successfully maintained relationships with partners, brokers and other clerks to ensure maximum efficiency
Education
Post Master’s Advanced Graduate Certificate - Educational Leadership
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY06.2022
Advanced Certificate in ESOL - TESOL Extension
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY06.2016
Master of Arts - Childhood Education And Special Education
Touro College
Bay Shore, NY06.2015
BBA - Finance
Dowling College
Oakdale, NY06.1999
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Special Education and ENL Programs
- Teacher Mentoring
- Behavioral Intervention
- Restorative Justice Practices
- Critical Thinking and Judgment
- Parent Engagement and Communication
- Technology Integration
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Innovative Programming
- State Testing Coordination
Certification
- School Building Leader
- School District Leader
- English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Childhood Education (Grades 1-6)
- Students With Disabilities (Grades 1-6)
Timeline
School Building Leader Internship
Brentwood Union Free School District
01.2022 - 06.2022
School District Leader Internship
Brentwood Union Free School District
01.2022 - 06.2022
Special Education Teacher
Brentwood Union Free School District
09.2015 - Current
HVAC Technician
Michael James Industries
05.2011 - 08.2014
HVAC Salesperson
Sears Home Improvements
09.2009 - 04.2011
Specialist Clerk
Van Der Moolen
09.1999 - 04.2009
Post Master’s Advanced Graduate Certificate - Educational Leadership
Stony Brook University
Advanced Certificate in ESOL - TESOL Extension
Stony Brook University
Master of Arts - Childhood Education And Special Education
Touro College
BBA - Finance
Dowling College
- School Building Leader
- School District Leader
- English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Childhood Education (Grades 1-6)
- Students With Disabilities (Grades 1-6)
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