Gail Sidler
Schuylkill Haven,PA
Summary
Twenty-six years of experience as a Special Education Teacher, adept at fostering collaborative relationships with parents and multidisciplinary teams seeking to obtain part-time position as Family Engagement and Transition Coordinator.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Schyulkill Intermediate Unit #29
08.1999 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs and Learning Plans to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Collaborated with parents and other educators to develop comprehensive support plans, promoting student success.
- Guided parents through transition planning processes, preparing them for school age programs.
- Encouraged parent and guardian involvement in educational process, enhancing home-school connection and supporting student achievement.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive educational and emotional support for students.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
Mental Health Counselor
Professional Counseling and Consulting
08.2008 - 04.2014
- Established a safe environment for clients to openly discuss their thoughts, feelings, experiences, and concerns without fear of judgment or retribution.
- Reduced crisis intervention needs by proactively monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment approaches as necessary.
- Developed individualized goal-setting tools to empower patients in taking ownership of their progress towards improved mental health.
- Provided crisis intervention services during emergencies, deescalating situations and connecting individuals with appropriate resources for ongoing support.
- Maintained detailed documentation of clinical notes, tracking patient progress throughout the course of treatment.
- Served as an advocate for clients within various systems including healthcare providers, insurance companies, educational institutions.
Education
Master of Science - Exceptionalities
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bloomsburg, PA08-2008
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bloomsburg, PA12-1998
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans IEPs
- Relationship building
- Collaborative teamwork
- Data management
- Inclusion strategies
- Parent communication
- Team collaboration
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Child development
- Community resource referrals
Timeline
Mental Health Counselor
Professional Counseling and Consulting
08.2008 - 04.2014
Special Education Teacher
Schyulkill Intermediate Unit #29
08.1999 - Current
Master of Science - Exceptionalities
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
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