LINDA M. GILMORE
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Dedicated special education professional with a proven track record in fostering student development and implementing tailored programs at Stepping Stones Group. Expertise in curriculum development and disability assessments has led to significant improvements in IEP goal attainment. Strong collaborative skills enhance communication among parents and multidisciplinary teams, ensuring comprehensive support for all students.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Stepping Stones Group
Bellflower, California
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
- Developed lesson plans that included appropriate objectives and modifications based on students' abilities and disabilities.
- Consulted with general education teachers regarding instructional strategies for special education students.
- Maintained accurate records including attendance, grades, test scores, assessment data.
- Utilized various teaching methods such as differentiated instruction, cooperative learning, direct instruction, hands-on activities. to meet the needs of all learners.
- Used vast number of teaching strategies in coordination of lesson creation and planning to meet diverse group of students' specific needs.
Special Education Teacher
Opportunities For Learning Public Charter Schools
Long Beach, CA
02.2019 - 06.2022
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Instructed special education classes using evidence-based practices.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Utilized technology resources such as online programs and assistive devices.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
Special Education Teacher
El Rancho Unified School District
Pico Rivera, USA
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Instructed a diverse group of students while undergoing months-long training sessions to develop curriculum standards and create goals for students
- Taught reading, math, and social sciences to students with learning disabilities such as Dyslexia, Autism, ADHD, and emotional disturbances, while collaborating with general education instructors
- Partnered with therapists, psychologists and behaviorists develop programs for student needs
- Provided progress reports to parents, organized one-on-one meetings on annual and quarterly basis
- Maintained zero errors in the Special Education Management Information System (CASEMIS) and on Data Informed Non Compliance (DINQ) by consistently hitting due dates regarding compliance issues
- Completed standardized assessments including the Woodcock Johnson (WJIV), Kaufman Test of Educational Achievement (KTEA), and Brigance to ensure optimal student development
Special Education Teacher
Gardena Environmental Charter Middle School
Gardena, USA
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Optimized curriculum to meet the needs of up to 28 special education students by adjusting language laden curriculum including the use of mnemonics and graphic organizers to minimize reading for optimal learning
- Reviewed incoming student applications with IEP and 504s while ensuring parents submitted proper documentation for compliance with the specific school district
- Coordinated with paraeducators to conduct small group instruction with the aim of instilling support for special education students by designing and implementing new lesson plans
Special Education Teacher at Lincoln Elementary
Torrance Unified School District
Torrance, USA
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Developed and initiated effective educational and social programs that positively integrated students with mild to moderate disabilities into general education programs
Special Education Long-term Substitute
Launch Preschool | Culver City Middle School
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Provided support to students, staff and parents in the areas of behavior, social skills, recreational sciences, and discrete trial instruction while maximizing academic achievement
Education
Master of Arts (MA) - Special Education
California State University Dominguez Hill
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Interdisciplinary Arts
California State University Dominguez Hill
Education Specialist Credential Program -
San Joaquin County Office
Skills
- Student Development
- Disability Assessments
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum Development
- Teaching & Tutoring
- Behavioral Intervention
- California education association
- Autism spectrum
- Social skills training
- Behavior modifications
- Collaborative teamwork
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Special education
- Paraprofessional oversight
- Student records management
- IEP implementation
- Classroom management
- De-escalation techniques
- Augmentative communication
- Community resource referrals
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Social skills development
- Progress evaluations
- Functional behavior assessment
- Lesson planning
- Mathematics intervention
- Parent communications
Affiliations
- I participated in the Community Advisory Committee as Vice Chair to develop recommendations for the Board of Education
- I enjoy gardening
- I have volunteered and participated in meetings and seminars for Regional Center
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- Autism
- Moderate Severe
- Linda Mood Bell
- Mild Moderate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Stepping Stones Group
10.2023 - 06.2024
Special Education Teacher
Opportunities For Learning Public Charter Schools
02.2019 - 06.2022
Special Education Teacher
El Rancho Unified School District
01.2015 - 01.2018
Special Education Teacher
Gardena Environmental Charter Middle School
01.2013 - 01.2015
Special Education Teacher at Lincoln Elementary
Torrance Unified School District
01.2012 - 01.2013
Special Education Long-term Substitute
Launch Preschool | Culver City Middle School
01.2011 - 01.2012
Master of Arts (MA) - Special Education
California State University Dominguez Hill
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Interdisciplinary Arts
California State University Dominguez Hill
Education Specialist Credential Program -
San Joaquin County Office
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