Michael K. McGann
East Hartford, CT 06118
******.*@*****.***
EDUCATION
ENDICOTT COLLEGE, Beverly, MA
Bachelor of Science; Communications (Graduation - 05/00)
CAMBRIDGE COLLEGE, Springfield, MA
*Masters in Education; Special Education Grades K - 8 (Graduation - 06/11)
*Praxis II results pending
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
09/12- present T.A.P: Therapeutic Academic Support Program
Provide direct services to At-Risk Special Education students with specific
learning disabilities and social, emotional and behavioral needs. Instruct
students in academic subjects according to school curriculum and daily
classes using a variety of techniques to meet the students varying needs
and interests as guided by the Individual Education Plan(IEP).
09/05 - 06/12 Clover Street Elementary School, Windsor, CT
Special Education Aid
Provide instruction to individual students using instructional objectives
and lessons as developed by the assigned teacher. Reinforce learning
activities with small groups of children. Supervise independent study.
Implement various behavioral management strategies as developed by the
teacher. Assist the teacher, at times, with scoring class work and tests.
Provide coverage in Special Education classrooms when the teacher is
attending PPT meetings. Provide emergency coverage for teachers and follow
stipulated directives. Perform routine clerical duties as assigned.
Provide supervision as requested. Perform other non-teaching duties as may
be determined by the Principal or his/her designee.
11/06 - present Hall High School, West Hartford, CT
Freshman Boys' Basketball Coach
Researched and implemented game plans, planned practices, supervised
individual and team development. Also assisted varsity program during
varsity contests.
11/05-02/06 Manchester High School, Manchester, CT
Freshman Boys' Basketball Coach
08/05 - 09/05 THE BRISTOL PRESS, Bristol, CT
Outside Sales Representative
Established and maintained new and existing accounts while overcoming
objections. Sold advertising space to retail advertisers. Achieved goal in
the first quarter.
9/99 - 06/05 THE HARTFORD COURANT, Hartford, CT
Senior Sales Development Representative, Advertising (1/01-06/05)
Acquired and maintained advertising sales in the new business recruitment
division. Developed and implemented sales plans. Tracked effectiveness of
business plans to gage success of program and made adjustments as needed in
order to meet new business goals. Successfully cross sold print advertising
clients to participate in internet advertising.
Advertising Agency Representative (1/00 - 1/01)
Worked directly with customers to place professional advertisement in
printed media format. Grew and retained sales territory by focusing on
clients needs. Assisted customers with customization of layout to enhance
presentation. Identified successful trends in the marketplace and looked to
incorporate them in advertisement. Provided quick turnaround and constant
follow-up. Negotiated terms of sale.
Intern (9/99 - 12/99)
SKILLS Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook,
Lotus Notes; excellent phone, communication and
interpersonal skills; organized and deadline
driven.
VOLUNTEER Youth Basketball Coach, West Hartford, CT (2002 - 2005)