Kelly Sprague Email & Phone Number

Randolph, MA, US

Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital FOR Children

• Supported 7 substantially separate classrooms (5 ASD & 2 CenterBased)
• Provide specific support services to students in ASD, CenterBased, and Inclusion classrooms
• Provided support to the teachers with curriculum, planning programs, evaluating students, and following behavior support plans
• Collaborated in the planning and service delivery with the principal, assistant principals, COESS, inclusion specialist
• Developed Behavior Support Plans and supported teachers in the implementation
• Provided case management and liaison with other schools, providers, and stakeholders

• Established academic programs for students based on Massachusetts frameworks, IEP objectives, and learning style of student
• Collaborated with therapists to create interdisciplinary behavior programs and academic themes
• MCAS-Alt training specialist - led Professional Development and staff training on MCAS-Alt portfolios
• Developed MCAS-alt portfolios by adapting Massachusetts frameworks to enable students to access the state curriculum at the respective grade level
• Conducted assessments (HELP & CSA) for evaluations in order to develop IEP goals and curriculum
• Participated on Instructional Leadership Team (ILT), Wellness Council, & Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Program (FFVP)

Dorchester, MA

• Oversaw the Special Education program and services
• Supervised compliance with the State and Federal Special Education regulation
• Participated and led pre-referral, identification, referral, evaluation and program planning for all children with special educational needs
• Insured that current records kept of all information relating to team evaluations
• Served as team chairperson for all 504, IEP, Initial, and ReEvaluation meetings
• Assisted parents, teachers, and administrators in reaching agreement on educational services

Quincy

• Led professional development seminars on Autism, MCAS-Alt portfolios, BoardMaker, and ABA teaching techniques
• MCAS-Alt training specialist
• Developed MCAS-alt portfolios by adapting Massachusetts frameworks to enable students to access the state curriculum at the respective grade level
• Established academic programs for students based on Massachusetts frameworks, IEP objectives, and learning style of student using ABA practices and techniques
• Conducted an Autism seminar for the local Boy Scout troop
• Designed and implemented behavior and academic programs based on Applied Behavior Analysis strategies

QPS

• Implement academic programs based on IEP goals and objectives
• Created work books which focused on repetition of skills to prevent regression
• Encouraged communication and safety skills on community outings
• Designed and implemented reinforcement schedules

Quincy Public Schools

Special Education Administrator Internship for Quincy Public SchoolsSpring 2011 - Spring 2012Leadership*Conducted ABA study sessions for new teachers*Mentored new teachers consecutive years*Held BoardMaker trainings for teachers and administratorsAdministration*MCAS-Alt Training Specialist*Applied for grants to raise money for programs*Conducted MCAS-Alt.

I work with a client with severe disabilities. During our sessions, I create community outings which utilizes appropriate communication devices. I teach daily living skills and safety skills in the community. I implement behavior plans and communication programs in the community setting.

• Religious Education Teacher – Grade 1 (General Ed and Special Ed Class)
• Lesson planning required recognizing of the abilities and needs as well as the diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds of the students.
• Evaluated assignments and modified lessons to focus on weaknesses
• Conceptualized lessons
• Facilitated and coordinated lessons based on religious teachings celebrating Christmas and Easter Director of Religious Education: Ann Veil (781) 843 2142Experience Type: Volunteer Teaching, Once per week

• Responsible for creating lesson plans for a variety of age groups
• Taught groups of 16 children ages ranging from 5 to 13
• Initiated and facilitated a behavior management plan for groups of students.
• Encouraged campers to evaluate and investigate using hands-on experiments as well as a student driven learning.
• Supervised campers identified as ADD/ADHD during daily activities including arts and crafts, games, swimming, fishing, and other sports.
• Collected and interpreted data as apart an ABA behavior modification program.

• Lead segments of circle and morning meeting
• Participated in Visual Therapy
• Prepared and created gross motor activities
• Assisted students with gross motor therapySupervisor: Martha M. Majors – (617) 972-7509Martha.Majors@Perkins.org

• Jackson Mann Elementary School (BPS)Autism Classroom Grades 3-5
• Created adapted lessons enabling all students to participate and engage appropriately
• Aide students’ communication through voice output device and a Mayer Johnson picture book as well as sign language
• Engage students through music reinforcing sign language communication
• Assisted cooperating teacher to create and record data for MCAS altSupervisor: Lisa Jacobs - (617) 972-7540 (617-617-6358) Don Ricciato Jackson Mann Elementary School (BPS)1st Grade Classroom
• Developed and implemented an integrated thematic unit for Halloween using a literature-based approach, hands-on math and science, and cooperative learning to find measurements and self check.

• Created lesson plans and curriculum for grades K-8th adapting lessons to include students with special needs.
• Maintained school website and created web pages for each grade
• Held instructional workshops for fellow teachers on computer use, website design, maintenance, and creation
• Collaborated with teachers to create interdisciplinary projectsSupervisor: Principal Janice Vetter ((516) 938-3881)

• Counseled adults with developmental disabilities.
• Coached adults along the PDD/Autism spectrum to make educated decisions by weighing all factors and choosing accordingly.
• Advocated for the human rights of adults with developmental disabilities.
• Aided adults with developmental disabilities in completing daily tasks including but not limited to showering/ bathing, driving to appointments, laundry, and regularly taking meds.
• Worked with various placements and facilities in YAI including but not limited to Hicksville IRA, Port Washington Residence, Levittown Residence, and ISS (Independent Support Services).
• Aided in the coordination, facilitation, and execution of fundraisers.Supervisor: Phillip Jordan (516-933-0108)

Cags, Educational Administration

Half Time Status Supervisor: Ray Shurtleff 617-287-7601

Graduate Certificate, Education - Applied Behavior Analysis Spec Pops Cert

Half Time Status Supervisor: Mary Brady 617-287-7254

M.Ed., Masters In Low Incidence Severe Special Needs

Activities and Societies: Member of Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)Supervisor: Dr. Susan Bruce

Bachelor Of Arts, Early Childhood Education & Studio Art

Activities and Societies: Member of Phi Delta Kappa and Golden Key National Honor Society

High School