Lindsay Seal
Portland
Summary
Dependable and adaptable educator with hands-on experience supporting and teaching students in severe cognitive impairment programs. Progressed from substitute roles to leading a self-contained middle school classroom, building skills in individualized instruction, autism support strategies, and AAC use. Brings over 10 years of experience in leadership, customer service, and operations, with strong problem-solving, team collaboration, and organizational abilities. Committed to ongoing learning and professional development to better serve students and school communities.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Teacher – Severe Cognitive Impairmen
Ionia Intermediate School District
Ionia
08.2025 - Current
- Teach in a skill-based, self-contained classroom for middle school students with severe cognitive disabilities, autism, and ADHD.
- Adapt and implement lessons aligned with IEP goals, using AAC devices, adapted materials, and sensory supports.
- Work closely with paraprofessionals, related service providers, and families to promote student progress in academic, social, and daily living skills.
SCI Summer Program Teacher
Ionia Intermediate School District
Ionia
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Planned and delivered summer programming for students in the Severe Cognitive Impairment program.
- Organized program-wide themed activities, academic content, and an outdoor water day for one week of the program.
- Helped students maintain key skills and engagement during the extended school year.
Teaching & HCA Substitute
Ionia County Intermediate School District
Ionia
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Started as a Health Care Aide (HCA) substitute before transitioning to classroom substitute teaching roles.
- Selected for long-term substitute assignments based on reliability, rapport with students, and rapport with staff.
- Supported instruction and care for students across multiple grade levels and programs.
Previous Leadership & Operations Roles
Amazon
- Held management and coordination positions in corporate, small business, and warehouse environments, including team leadership, safety compliance, inventory control, and event planning.
- Developed transferable skills in team building, communication, and process improvement.
Education
Pursuing Michigan Teaching Certification - Lower Elementary Education (PK-3)
Michigan Teachers of Tomorrow
Online01-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Supply Chain Management
Michigan State University – Eli Broad College of B
East Lansing08-2007
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Individualized instruction
- Collaborative teaching
- Team leadership
- IEP implementation
- Team collaboration
- Instructional adaptation
Affiliations
- Boxing, kickboxing, fitness, meditation, technology, and learning Spanish, German, chess, and piano.
Professional Development & Certifications
- Bal-A-Vis-X Training – Sensory integration & regulation strategies
- IEP Bootcamp – Goal writing, compliance, data collection, collaboration
- First Aid & CPR Certified
- MOVE Curriculum – Mobility & independence support for physical disabilities
- McKinney-Vento Training – Supports for students experiencing homelessness
- LAMP Training – AAC communication strategies for nonverbal students
- ASD Coaches Member – Evidence-based autism support
- MDE Assessment Security Course – Secure test administration compliance
- AI in Education Session – Integrating AI tools into instruction
Timeline
Middle School Teacher – Severe Cognitive Impairmen
Ionia Intermediate School District
08.2025 - Current
SCI Summer Program Teacher
Ionia Intermediate School District
06.2025 - 08.2025
Teaching & HCA Substitute
Ionia County Intermediate School District
02.2024 - 08.2024
Previous Leadership & Operations Roles
Amazon
Pursuing Michigan Teaching Certification - Lower Elementary Education (PK-3)
Michigan Teachers of Tomorrow
Bachelor of Arts - Supply Chain Management
Michigan State University – Eli Broad College of B
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