Matthew Gavin
Washington,DC
Summary
Seasoned special educator offering 15 years experience in educational leadership positions. Focused on building and enhancing relationships, meeting service needs and maintaining smooth management of all special education department operations. Desire growth-oriented position in dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Support Coordinator
Arlington Public Schools
01.2020 - Current
- Organized and allocated resources required to meet needs of 200 students and 25 instructors.
- Facilitated high stakes meetings as lead educational agency.
- Represented department of special education for students considered or receiving special education services.
- Collaborated with stakeholders throughout schools and districts; interviewed teachers and candidates for various school and central office positions.
- Lead district wide initiatives: inclusion goal.
- Established strong rapport with students and families through regular communication and involvement in school events.
- Implemented intervention programs for students identified as at-risk or exhibiting signs of potential academic challenges, preventing future issues from arising.
Special Education Teacher
Jefferson Middle School
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Provided specialized instruction as 6th grade English language arts teacher.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
Special Education Teacher and IAT Chair
Glebe Elementary School
01.2011 - 01.2018
- Provided specialized instruction and special education for grades K-5.
- Coordinated and lead Intervention Assistance Team (IAT) as chair; collaborated with special education coordinators, school social workers, school psychologists to develop processes.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Education
Doctorate of Educational Leadership -
VIRGINIA TECH
Blacksburg, VA05.2024
Masters of Educational Leadership -
GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY
Fairfax, VA05.2017
Master of Education, Special Education -
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA
Charlottesville, VA05.2014
Bachelors of Science, Political Science -
OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY
Norfolk, VA05.2009
Skills
- Parent Communication
- Instructional support
- Peer Mentoring
- Educational technology
- Decision-Making
- Documentation skills
- Student Support
Certifications Awards
- Administration and Supervision PK-12
- English as a Second Language PK-12
- Special Education General Curriculum K-12
- Special Educator of the Year nomination – Arlington Special Education PTA 2016-17, 2019-2020
Relevant Training
- SIOP Training
- Cultural Competence Training
- Reading Recovery Training 180 credit hours
- Mentor Training Sessions 1-3
- Responsive Classroom Comprehensive
- Interactive Achievement for Leadership Teams
- CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- VDOE Trained IEP Facilitator
- Understanding Dyslexia
- ATSS (RTI) Two Day Workshop
- Training to be a Trainer, Step up to Writing
- Orton Gillingham
- Adaptive Schools
- Lead Educational Agency Training
- Student Support Coordinator Training
Affiliations
- Council of Exceptional Children
Certification
- Educational Leadership License - 2023-2033
- Special Education License - 2023-2033
- English as a Second Language License - 2023-2033
Timeline
Student Support Coordinator
Arlington Public Schools
01.2020 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Jefferson Middle School
01.2018 - 01.2020
Special Education Teacher and IAT Chair
Glebe Elementary School
01.2011 - 01.2018
Doctorate of Educational Leadership -
VIRGINIA TECH
Masters of Educational Leadership -
GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY
Master of Education, Special Education -
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA
Bachelors of Science, Political Science -
OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY