Marlyn Gesmundo
Baltimore
Summary
Resilient Special Education Teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience at developing individualized education plans, fostering inclusive learning environments, and collaborating with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
The Belair Edison School
Baltimore, MD
08.2020 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers and modified general education curriculum to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in the classrooms.
Special Education Teacher
Westport Academy
Baltimore, MD
02.2019 - 06.2020
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
Special Education Teacher
Garrett Heights Elementary/Middle School
Baltimore, MD
08.2016 - 06.2018
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adapt interventions.
- Developed individualized education plans to support students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Middle School Mathematics Teacher
Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle School
Baltimore, MD
08.2007 - 06.2016
- Fostered a collaborative classroom environment promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Utilized various instructional technologies to enhance student learning experiences and assessment methods.
- Organized a homework club, math activities, and after-school tutoring sessions, boosting students'' confidence in their mathematical abilities.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD10-2016
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics For Teachers
Philippine Normal University
Manila, Philippines03-1992
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Small group instruction
- Co-teaching experience
- Collaborative teamwork
- Data management
- Inclusion strategies
- Motivating students
- Mathematics intervention
- Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs)
Accomplishments
- Served as a math intervention teacher and math representative
- Achieved 100% passing for 8th grade students taking HSA Algebra 1
- Celebrated cultural differences by sharing Filipino and Japanese cultures through various after school programs
Certification
- Advanced Professional License - Generic Special Education (Infant-Adult)
- Advanced Professional License - Mathematics (7-12)
Languages
English
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
The Belair Edison School
08.2020 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Westport Academy
02.2019 - 06.2020
Special Education Teacher
Garrett Heights Elementary/Middle School
08.2016 - 06.2018
Middle School Mathematics Teacher
Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle School
08.2007 - 06.2016
Master of Science - Special Education
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics For Teachers
Philippine Normal University