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Ryan Gould

Freeport

Summary


Knowledgeable Special Education Teacher with solid background working with student from K-4 and at the High School level, in developing engaging lesson plans and fostering positive learning environment. Successfully guided students to achieve academic milestones through innovative teaching methods. Demonstrated proficiency in classroom management and curriculum development. Excellent communicator and relationship builder with both parents and students.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Gateway School District
07.2004 - 06.2025
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
  • Maintained accurate Special Education records including progress reports, writing Individualized Education Plans, and completing valuation Reports to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's education.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.

Lead Wilderness Instructor

Buckhorn Wilderness Camp for Adjudicated Boys
01.2001 - 06.2002
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and working to build a team mindset with our groups of 8-12 adjudicated teenage boys.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students, counseling, and working with the students to identify root causes of problems.
  • Held group check in meetings daily, facilitated one on one journaling time, lead team building activities such as a ropes course, canoeing, hiking, playing group games including sports as well as problem solving activities.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities including my license as a Wilderness EMT.
  • Care for student medical needs including evacuating a student through a mile of wilderness who was evaluated to have appendicitis and a ruptured appendix.

Education

Master of Arts - Special Education

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science And Engineering

United States Military Academy, West Point
West Point, NY
06-2000

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Behavior management
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Completion of Special Education Paperwork including IEP's, Reevaluation reports, and progress monitoring

Interests

Coaching youth sports, outdoor activities including hiking and fishing, travel enthusiast, and dedicated father

Timeline

Teacher

Gateway School District
07.2004 - 06.2025

Lead Wilderness Instructor

Buckhorn Wilderness Camp for Adjudicated Boys
01.2001 - 06.2002

Master of Arts - Special Education

University of Pittsburgh

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science And Engineering

United States Military Academy, West Point

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