Trisha Quinlan

Lapeer West Special Education (Grades 8-12) 4 years

• Co-teaching general education classes (social studies, ELA, Math, Science) 4 years
• Teaching basic classes and an academic support class to special education students. 4 years

Rolland-Warner Middle School (Grades 6-7 ), grade 8 for some of the years) 15 years

• Teaching special education resource room for 15 years
• Teaching Math intervention since the class was developed at RW
• Co-teaching math, science and social studies classes for 15 years
• Ran the Math and science learning center for 5 years
• Teacher Consultant for special education for 7 years at Rolland Warner(5/8/2018), Grades 7 and 6
• Teaching the RW learning center for Math and science for the entire time learning centers were in operation, grades 7, 6, and 8, while at RW.
• Department Chair for Special Education at RW for 10 years
• Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
• Utilized technology resources such as online programs and assistive devices.
• Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
• Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
• Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
• Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
• Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
• Instructed special education classes using evidence-based practices.
• Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
• Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
• Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
• Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
• Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
• Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
• Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
• Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.