Teacher Public School

MG Maureen Gallivan

Camillus, NY • 315-***-**** • ****************@*****.*** • LinkedIn

AWARD-WINNING EDUCATION SPECIALIST – ADVOCACY EXPERTISE

Flexible Education Specialist equipped with 15+ years of experience working with students, parents and families to improve educational outcomes. Passionate about advocating for students with behavioral health, developmental and medical needs.

Excels at professionally managing complex situations, setting priorities and establishing rapport with students, families, parents, school-based staff and community members. Problem-solver, highly- effective, adaptive and compassionate in dealing with emotionally charged situations. Able to skillfully and accurately communicate with families.

Committed to continuous education in best practices and regulations. Demonstrates a solid understanding of human behavior dynamics, differing cultures and attitudes on education and communication.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Advocacy • Developmental Needs • Assessments • Documentation Customer Service • Services Coordination • Microsoft Word & Outlook TEACHING EXPERIENCE

SUBSTITUTE EDUCATOR – West Genesee Central School District 2018—Present; Camillus, NY Instruct high school courses and adapt to various learning environments while promoting student growth, development, and life skills.

Select Accomplishments:

• Frequently personally requested by teachers, students and staff as preferred substitute teacher.

• Earned trust and respect of students, assisting group of students who confided sensitive situation requiring administration remediation.

EDUCATOR – Syracuse City School District 1998—2018; Syracuse, NY Educated and advocated 150 middle and high school students throughout up to five classes per day, including at-risk youth, by employing various learning tools and approaches. Practiced differentiated instruction to inspire academic excellence and self-confidence. Collaborated with colleagues and parents to design engaging and appropriate instruction plans and curricula that adhered to standards and protocols. Select Accomplishments:

• Nominated for several awards, including the Students’ Choice Award, Teacher of the Year, and Disney’s American Teacher Award.

• Attained 90%+ participation in after-school field trips despite limited funding by attending regional events of interest to students. Developed behavioral guidelines for positive off-campus experiences. PREVIOUS POSITIONS as BUSINESS MANAGER at Christ the King Retreat and Conference Center and ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER at Thornfield Conference Center. Maureen Gallivan • ****************@*****.*** • 315-***-**** ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

DIRECTOR OF GUEST RELATIONS – New York State Fair 1992—2016; Syracuse, NY Served as the inaugural Director of Guest Relations for New York State’s largest annual event, which spans up to 13 days and hosts over 1MM guests annually. Elevated the overall guest experience by establishing protocols, procedures, and training initiatives that promoted guest safety and easier access to desired information. CERTIFICATIONS

NEW YORK STATE PUBLIC SCHOOL TEACHER PERMANENT CERTIFICATION, ENGLISH 7-12 NEW YORK STATE PUBLIC SCHOOL TEACHER PERMANENT CERTIFICATION, READING TEACHER K -12 NEW YORK STATE PUBLIC SCHOOL TEACHER PERMANENT CERTIFICATION, SPANISH 7 -12 EDUCATION

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION – The State University of New York College at Cortland Cortland, NY BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ENGLISH – Le Moyne College Syracuse, NY

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