Marie Cullinan
Huntsville,TX
Summary
Accomplished Special Education Academic Lead Teacher at Klein ISD, adept in instructional leadership and teacher mentoring. Enhanced collaborative learning and parent-teacher collaboration, significantly improving special education service delivery. Expertise in developing impactful IEPs and fostering academic growth showcases a blend of strategic planning and empathetic engagement. Dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Academic Lead Teacher
Klein ISD
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Supports building principal with the daily operations of supporting teachers in serving and meeting the needs of special education students
- Serves as mentor to new special education team members and supports all teachers through modeling, coaching and professional development
- Ensures timelines are met in accordance with federal, state, and local policies and procedures
- Monitors the implementation of special education services
- Supports instructional staff with improving Special Education instruction.
- Monitors and responds to Special Education data
- Leads department PLCS for special education teachers monthly
- Ensures campus implementation of district practices and procedures for special education
- Collaborates with EAS (Diag), LSSPs and other service providers to develop appropriate IEPS for students
- Coordinates and supports the transition of students between campuses
- Performs duties and responsibilities of a special education teacher for the teaching caseload
In Class Support, Resource Teacher
Klein ISD
08.1990 - 08.2019
- Facilitated differentiated instruction by providing variety of resources tailored to meet each student's unique needs and abilities.
- Provided support for struggling students through targeted one-on-one instruction, improving overall class performance.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX05.1987
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Teacher Mentoring
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Collaborative learning
Accomplishments
- Named "Teacher of the Year" at Kreinhop Elementary in 2005.
- Student Motivation - Developed an after-school book club with students and parents to motivate student to read and to assist parents help their students increase comprehension skills.
Certification
Texas Educator Certificate -
Elementary Self-Contained Grades (1-8)- Life
Generic- Special Education Grades ( PK-12)- Life
English as a Second Language Supplemental Grades (PK-12)
Timeline
Special Education Academic Lead Teacher
Klein ISD
08.2019 - 05.2023
In Class Support, Resource Teacher
Klein ISD
08.1990 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Sam Houston State University