Matthew McGinnis
Eau Claire,WI
Summary
An energetic teacher and coach with a passion for building strong relationships with students, families, and the community. I am dedicated to supporting students’ academic and personal growth by addressing their unique needs and fostering a collaborative environment for their success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Varsity Football Coach
Eau Claire Area School District
03.2021 - Current
- Successfully managed and led a program with over 120+ athletes and their families, ensuring a comprehensive approach to player development, performance, and academic support.
- Fostered a culture of teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship, resulting in a high-performing and cohesive football program.
- Actively communicated with parents and guardians, maintained player engagement, and implemented strategies to optimize the growth and success of the entire program.
Special Education Teacher
Eau Claire North High School
09.2018 - Current
- Provide direct support to students by delivering instruction through co-teaching
- Created and implemented a behavior processing room for students with high behavior needs
- Collaborated with a team to create a school-wide IEP Agenda
- Implemented argumentative writing for students using a CER model (Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning)
- Collaborated with students, families, and IEP teams for credit recovery for at risk students
- Evaluated and created personalized Behavior Intervention Plans for EBD students
- Provided individualized support to at-risk students in a self-contained classroom setting, addressing emotional and behavioral challenges. Developed tailored strategies to assist students facing family issues, AODA concerns, and academic deficits, focusing on credit recovery and graduation planning. Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create a safe and supportive environment that promotes personal growth, resilience, and academic success.
Varsity Assistant Girls Hockey Coach
Eau Claire Area School District
11.2019 - 03.2023
Assistant Varsity Football Coach – Offensive Coordinator
Eau Claire Area School District
09.2018 - 03.2021
Chippewa Falls High School
09.2015 - 01.2018
- Provide direct support to students by delivering instruction through co-teaching
- Created and implemented a behavior processing room for students with high behavior needs
- Collaborated with a team to create a school-wide IEP Agenda
- Implemented argumentative writing for students using a CER model (Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning)
- Collaborated with students, families, and IEP teams for credit recovery for at risk students
- Evaluated and created personalized Behavior Intervention Plans for EBD students
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education, Cross Categorical Special Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Menomonie, WI01.2014
Skills
- Cultivating strong, trusting relationships with students through active listening, empathy, and consistent support
- Facilitating effective communication between families, students, and IEP teams to ensure alignment on educational goals and individualized support strategies
- Scheduling Coordination
- Managing a football program with over 120 student-athletes, overseeing all aspects of training, scheduling, and team operations Demonstrating strong leadership in coordinating coaching staff, engaging families, and ensuring effective communication to maintain program standards and support athlete development
Certification
- 1801, Cross-Categorical Special Education
- 1810, Intellectual Disabilities
References
- Steve Shilts, School Psychologist, shiltssj@chipfalls.org, 715-726-2406 ext. 3020
- Elizabeth Gilles, Special Education Department Chair, gillesem@chipfalls.org, 715-726-2406 ext. 1111
- Adam Zenner, Assistant Principal, zenneraj@chipfalls.org, 715-726-2406 ext. 1087
- Todd Kornack, Social Studies Team Teacher, kornacte@chipfalls.org, 715-726-2406 ext. 1220
Training
- Mental Health Issues in the Classroom: Practical Strategies for Helping Children and Adolescents Succeed
- Writing Career Ready IEP's
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
- 6 Traits of Writing
- Social Reciprocity Training
- Applied Behavior Analysis Training
Coaching
- Head Varsity Football Coach – 2021-Present
- Assistant Varsity Football Coach – Offensive Coordinator, 2018-2021
- Varsity Assistant Girls Hockey Coach, 2019-2023
Timeline
Head Varsity Football Coach
Eau Claire Area School District
03.2021 - Current
Varsity Assistant Girls Hockey Coach
Eau Claire Area School District
11.2019 - 03.2023
Assistant Varsity Football Coach – Offensive Coordinator
Eau Claire Area School District
09.2018 - 03.2021
Special Education Teacher
Eau Claire North High School
09.2018 - Current
Chippewa Falls High School
09.2015 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Special Education, Cross Categorical Special Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout
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