Frances Gillis
Summerside
Summary
Dynamic Inclusive Education Resource Teacher with a proven track record at Public Schools Branch, specializing in IEP development and parent-teacher collaboration. Expert in implementing inclusion strategies and enhancing social skills training and fostering a supportive learning environment for special needs students. Committed to empowering students through tailored educational approaches.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Inclusive Education Resource Teacher
Public Schools Branch
09.2001 - 06.2025
Developed and managed individual education plans of special needs high school students
Scheduling of EA Staff and special needs students
Worked closely with classroom teachers and school administration
Regular meetings with PSB consultants, outside agencies, and parents
Substitute Teacher
Western School Board
09.1995 - 06.2001
Taught at all grade levels - Grade 1 to Grade 12
Elementary School Teacher
St. Jude Catholic School
09.1989 - 06.1995
Taught Grade 1 for 3 years and Grade 3 for 3 years.
Education
High School Diploma -
Three Oaks Senior High School
Summerside, PE01-1983
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown01-1988
Bachelor of Education - Elementary School Teaching
St. Francis Xavier University
Antigonish01-1989
Inclusive Education Diploma -
University of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown01-2003
Skills
- IEP development
- Inclusion strategies
- Culturally responsive teaching
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Positive behavior support
- Social skills training
- Reading intervention
- Sensory integration
- Communication strategies
- Functional behavior assessment
- Curriculum adaptation
- Executive functioning
- Transition planning
- Small group instruction
Timeline
Inclusive Education Resource Teacher
Public Schools Branch
09.2001 - 06.2025
Substitute Teacher
Western School Board
09.1995 - 06.2001
Elementary School Teacher
St. Jude Catholic School
09.1989 - 06.1995
High School Diploma -
Three Oaks Senior High School
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Prince Edward Island
Bachelor of Education - Elementary School Teaching
St. Francis Xavier University
Inclusive Education Diploma -
University of Prince Edward Island
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