YOLANDA C. GALLMAN, Ed. S.
North Las Vegas ,NV
Summary
Visionary Learning & Development Leader with 15+ years of experience in employee engagement and professional development across education and technology sectors. Expertise in designing transformative training programs and fostering innovative cultures through tailored solutions. Proven track record of empowering diverse teams, driving organizational growth, and inspiring lifelong learning. Recipient of multiple awards for outstanding leadership and professionalism.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Learning and Implementation Director
Math and Movement
04.2018 - Current
- Enhanced teacher engagement through tailored professional development seminars for educators.
- Facilitated in-person and virtual training sessions for effective strategy implementation.
- Collaborated with school leaders to design customized learning programs for educators.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans promoting multisensory education techniques and methodologies.
- Led recruitment and training of educator consultants, ensuring quality program execution.
- Implemented marketing strategies increasing kinesthetic learning adoption among schools and districts.
Special Education Teacher and Coach
West Preparatory Academy
07.2022 - 02.2024
- Empowered students to secure meaningful employment and access vital resources.
- Developed tailored assessment strategies for Special Education youth and adults.
- Established incentive programs promoting positive life outcomes for Special Needs individuals.
- Cultivated a supportive environment emphasizing self-advocacy and skill-building for learners.
- Fostered relationships to enhance lifelong learning opportunities for diverse learners.
Lead Project-based Learning Specialist
Scammon Bay School
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Enhanced student learning by supervising and training diverse educational staff.
- Streamlined IEP implementation through collaboration with multidisciplinary assessment teams.
- Improved student engagement by training teachers in kinesthetic instructional strategies.
- Delivered Crisis Prevention Intervention training, enhancing staff preparedness for challenging situations.
- Increased parental involvement through initiatives supporting students' academic goals.
Project-based Learning Specialist
Youth Villages
02.2016 - 08.2020
- Enhanced student engagement through supervised instruction in therapeutic residential facility.
- Developed and implemented Individual Educational Programs with collaborative treatment teams.
- Aligned project-based instruction with Georgia Standards for student testing success.
- Increased parental involvement by designing strategic activities for educational engagement.
- Facilitated milestone achievement through differentiated instruction for diverse student needs.
Learning Strategy Specialist
Paulding County Schools
08.2005 - 12.2016
- Enhanced educational outcomes for over 200 K-12 special education students.
- Developed and implemented effective Individual Educational Programs with social workers and counselors.
- Led initiatives to boost parental involvement in student achievement and goals.
- Served as PTA Vice President, contributing to community engagement and support.
- Coordinated with CASA and Paulding Alliance to advance student advocacy efforts.
IT CSP Support and Sales Consultant
Live Ops
04.2014 - 04.2016
- Boosted customer satisfaction by resolving technical issues promptly and efficiently.
- Secured and maintained accurate customer data across 20+ software applications.
- Generated over $1 million in sales for cable and home security products.
- Provided technical support for cable, internet, and telephone service providers.
- Enhanced service delivery through effective communication and troubleshooting skills.
Learning Differences Liaison
Abu Dhabi Education Council
09.2010 - 09.2011
- Enhanced student learning through participation in research and education reform initiatives.
- Developed tailored English, Math, and Science lessons for Arabic-speaking students.
- Co-taught with Arabic-speaking educators to improve classroom engagement and learning outcomes.
- Utilized electronic tools to effectively track and assess student progress.
- Trained parents on game-based strategies to boost involvement for special needs students.
Learning Strategy Specialist
Ombudsman Educational Services
07.2006 - 10.2008
- Enhanced learning outcomes for at-risk students in computer-based environments.
- Taught Reading, English, and Math to students with diverse learning disabilities.
- Collaborated with officials and probation officers to support student academic progress.
- Created parent engagement activities to promote student learning objectives.
Trainer / Technical Support Consultant
Dendrite
01.2001 - 02.2004
- Trained pharmaceutical sales force how to use technology such as PDA’s, software and peripherals.
- Prepared daily, weekly and ad hoc reports related to instructional goals.
- Facilitated weekly meetings with managers and executive staff to report changes and progress.
Education
Education Specialist - Technology in Education
Nova Southeastern University
Ft. Lauderdale, FLMaster of Science - Information Systems
American Intercontinental University
Atlanta, GABachelor of Science - Social Work
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PASkills
- Learning & Development Strategy
- Leadership Development & Training
- Instructional Design & Facilitation
- Virtual & In-person Workshop Facilitation
- Effective Communication
- Continued Education & Personal Development
- Presenting & Public Speaking
- Project Management
- Team & Growth Focused
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of Student Swag Store, Scammon Bay, AK.
- Resolved product issue through donors willing to ship clothing, toiletries and other items to remote village to supply student store.
- Documented and resolved items needing to be shipped from lower 48 to Alaska, which led to administers making decision to fund student store for the following year.
- Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of Parent Breakfast Club, Las Vegas, NV.
- Resolved product issue engaged school community and local businesses to provide services to needy families.
- Collaborated with team of 30 in the development of Student Trip to Ghana, West, Africa. Served on Board of Directors, Zena House, Inc, Union City, GA .
- Resolved product issue through making decision to purchase products for orphanage upon arrival to Ghana. Resources raised totaled nearly $300,000.00.
- Supervised team of 10 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 20 in the development of Student lead Teacher Professional Development
- Resolved product issue through assistance received from corporate partners.
Certification
- Special Education General K-12
- Reading Endorsement
Timeline
Special Education Teacher and Coach
West Preparatory Academy
07.2022 - 02.2024
Lead Project-based Learning Specialist
Scammon Bay School
08.2020 - 07.2022
Learning and Implementation Director
Math and Movement
04.2018 - Current
Project-based Learning Specialist
Youth Villages
02.2016 - 08.2020
IT CSP Support and Sales Consultant
Live Ops
04.2014 - 04.2016
Learning Differences Liaison
Abu Dhabi Education Council
09.2010 - 09.2011
Learning Strategy Specialist
Ombudsman Educational Services
07.2006 - 10.2008
Learning Strategy Specialist
Paulding County Schools
08.2005 - 12.2016
Trainer / Technical Support Consultant
Dendrite
01.2001 - 02.2004
Master of Science - Information Systems
American Intercontinental University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Slippery Rock University
Education Specialist - Technology in Education
Nova Southeastern University