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MICHELLE THOMAS-SEYMOUR

Charlotte,USA

Summary

Compassionate Exceptional Children's Teacher with extensive background in special education. Adept at creating inclusive learning environments, implementing individualized education plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Exceptional Children's Teacher & Department Chair

TMSA Charlotte
Charlotte, USA
10.2023 - Current
  • Provide educational instruction tailored for students with Autism and other disabilities.
  • Coordinate training and support for teachers.
  • Maintain learners' Individual Education Plans (IEPs)

Special Education and English Language Arts Teacher

The Academy Charter Middle School
Hempstead, USA
01.2022 - 09.2023
  • Adapted general education lessons for special-needs students.
  • Provided engaging and unique lessons for neurodiverse students.
  • Collaborated closely with general education faculty in various academic areas.
  • Instructed students in core academic content areas.

Curriculum Lead

Woodbury School
Wolverhampton, UK
09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Enhanced educational quality in schools through innovative curriculum design.
  • Designed and led a comprehensive professional development program.
  • Assessed teachers' lesson plans and feedback to gauge the quality of instruction and student support.
  • Fostered collaboration with various stakeholders to enhance support.
  • Designed instructional materials to align with course goals.
  • Developed tools for tracking student progress and performance.

Faculty English Lead, Class Teacher

Selly Oak Trust School
Birmingham, UK
09.2020 - 08.2021
  • Designed lessons to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Upheld the school's positive ethos and core values in various settings.
  • Designed and monitored the implementation of the English curriculum.

Special Education Needs Coordinator

Hay Al Sharooq International School
Sur, Oman
08.2018 - 06.2020
  • Collaborated with families to provide resources for pupils.
  • Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet the needs of students with IEPs.
  • Communicated regularly with parents to discuss children's needs and concerns.
  • Directed and monitored General Education teachers, Special Education teachers, and teaching assistants to enhance instructional strategies.
  • Interpreted and analyzed academic data to maintain student development and retention.

Primary Science Teacher, Special Education Needs Coordinator

Sycamore Short Stay School
Dudley, UK
09.2016 - 08.2018
  • Coordinated provision for children with special educational needs.
  • Delivered and evaluated the Primary Science curriculum.
  • Supervised at-risk students during school hours.
  • Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet the needs of students with IEPs.
  • Created stable and engaging classroom atmospheres by setting and upholding defined goals.
  • Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.

Teacher Head of KS3 English

Mayfield School
Birmingham, UK
09.2015 - 08.2016
  • Delivered tailored lessons in essential and vocational subjects to students with learning disabilities.
  • Coordinated English lessons for pupils in upper secondary.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
  • Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.

Teacher

The Chiltern School
Houghton Regis, UK
01.2015 - 08.2015
  • Taught various Primary National Curriculum subjects to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and Global Development Delay.
  • Designed and coordinated lessons for KS3 students aged 11-14.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.

Local Organizer

Anglophiles Academic
London, UK
05.2013 - 08.2015
  • Secured host families for students from Europe and the Caribbean visiting the UK.
  • Drafted regular correspondence and generated reports.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Health and Social Care Teacher/Subject Coordinator

St. Paul's Catholic School
Milton Keynes, UK
09.2006 - 06.2014
  • Designed lessons for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
  • Tailored student assistance to promote favorable academic achievements.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
  • Conducted detailed reviews of student outcomes using homework participation metrics and test evaluations.

Food Technology Teacher

Sir Frank Markham Community School
Milton Keynes, UK
09.2005 - 08.2006
  • Completed teaching duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Tested and evaluated student progress to determine the effectiveness and impact of teaching methods, materials, and projects.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.

Music and Religious Education Teacher, Assistant School Choir Director

Happy Grove School
Portland, Jamaica
09.2004 - 08.2005
  • Taught both subjects for Grades 7-9.
  • Support choir director with coordinating rehearsals, public relations, and general administrative tasks.
  • Conducted rehearsals to keep performers prepared for performances.
  • Maintained calendars of events and assisted in event planning.

Education

Ed. D. - Education Leadership, Special Education

American College of Education
USA
09.2025

MA - Special and Inclusive Education

University of Nottingham
England
12.2020

B. Ed - Family and Consumer Studies

University of Technology
Jamaica
06-2004

Skills

  • Development of IEPs
  • Communication skills
  • Instructional design
  • Student Records Management
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Data-driven decision making

Certification

  • UK Qualified Teacher Status
  • NC Professional Educator's License: Family and Consumer Sciences Education (6-12); Exceptional Children: General Curriculum (K-12)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Exceptional Children's Teacher & Department Chair

TMSA Charlotte
10.2023 - Current

Special Education and English Language Arts Teacher

The Academy Charter Middle School
01.2022 - 09.2023

Curriculum Lead

Woodbury School
09.2021 - 12.2021

Faculty English Lead, Class Teacher

Selly Oak Trust School
09.2020 - 08.2021

Special Education Needs Coordinator

Hay Al Sharooq International School
08.2018 - 06.2020

Primary Science Teacher, Special Education Needs Coordinator

Sycamore Short Stay School
09.2016 - 08.2018

Teacher Head of KS3 English

Mayfield School
09.2015 - 08.2016

Teacher

The Chiltern School
01.2015 - 08.2015

Local Organizer

Anglophiles Academic
05.2013 - 08.2015

Health and Social Care Teacher/Subject Coordinator

St. Paul's Catholic School
09.2006 - 06.2014

Food Technology Teacher

Sir Frank Markham Community School
09.2005 - 08.2006

Music and Religious Education Teacher, Assistant School Choir Director

Happy Grove School
09.2004 - 08.2005

Ed. D. - Education Leadership, Special Education

American College of Education

MA - Special and Inclusive Education

University of Nottingham

B. Ed - Family and Consumer Studies

University of Technology