Ramona Gillis
Suffolk,VA
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement. Certified and licensed in Virginia and recognized as a highly qualified educator.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Chesapeake City Public Schools
09.2000 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Partnered with general education teachers from across academic departments to develop instructional strategies.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs in variety of subject areas.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Area Coordinator
STOP Organization, Inc./Head Start Program
09.1994 - 07.1999
- Maintained general operation of Head Start Centers by ensuring compliance with governmental regulations and preparing weekly reports.
- Implemented departmental efforts through student development models and participated in creation and implementation of professional development and training opportunities.
- Conducted weekly area meetings to discuss inclusive and intentional programmatic efforts, student concerns and facility issues.
- Collaborated with local agencies and community leaders to improve quality of early childhood education.
- Represented organization through media and public relations.
Production Assistant
WVEC-TV 13
08.1992 - 12.1994
- Operated camera and teleprompter equipment during production process.
- Assisted with news pre-production.
- Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Communicated with other crew members via headsets to coordinate production activities and facilitate smooth operations.
- Supported production needs by performing routine tasks (inspecting equipment to verify performance and functionality) using standard procedures and equipment.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Suffolk City Public Schools
10.1991 - 05.1994
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents and school administrators.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Mentor
Virginia Commonwealth University
08.1989 - 06.1990
- Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
- Promoted positive relationships between mentees and other peers and adults to encourage social resilience and connection.
- Constructed study plans and tutored students in English.
- Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes and provided weekly reports to director of Office of Academic Support.
Education
M.Ed. - Cross-Categorical Special Education
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA05.2000
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05.1991
High School Diploma -
John Yeates High School
Suffolk06.1986
Skills
- IEP Development
- Cognitive Disabilities Knowledge
- Educational Strategies
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Parent and Guardian Communication
- Google Applications and Learning Management Systems (Schoology and Canvas)
Certification
- Licensed [Emotional Disturbance K-12 and Specific Learning Disabilities K-12] - Effective July 1, 2022- June 30, 2024
- Child abuse recognition and intervention training requirement has been met
- Emergency first aid, CPR, and AED training requirements has been met
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Chesapeake City Public Schools
09.2000 - Current
Area Coordinator
STOP Organization, Inc./Head Start Program
09.1994 - 07.1999
Production Assistant
WVEC-TV 13
08.1992 - 12.1994
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Suffolk City Public Schools
10.1991 - 05.1994
Mentor
Virginia Commonwealth University
08.1989 - 06.1990
M.Ed. - Cross-Categorical Special Education
Regent University
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications
Virginia Commonwealth University
High School Diploma -
John Yeates High School
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