THOMAS DAVIS
Special Education Teacher
In addition to holding a B.A. in Communication Studies/Theatre Arts, I will complete the Graduate Studies program at Bridgewater State University and earn my M.Ed. in moderate special needs for grades 5-12. Presently, I hold initial licensure in both Theatre (all levels), and Moderate Disabilities, grades 5-12.
I currently provide services as a special education instructional assistant at Sharon Middle School. My responsibilities include providing special education services for students identified with mild to moderate disabilities in both the inclusion and small group setting.
I collaborate with general education teachers to differentiate lessons.Â
In addition to a licensure as an educator of students with Moderate Disabilities for grades 5-12., I also hold my Massachusetts Academic Theatre License.
For more information about my theatre education background,
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Resumé
Instructional Assistant
January 2017-Present
Sharon Middle School
Sharon, MA
Provide support to 23, 6th grade students receiving special education services in a small group setting as well as in content curriculum classrooms. Work under the direction of the special education liaison to develop and implement modifications and accommodations to meet student learning styles and needs.
Instructional Assistant
August 2007-May 2008
Indian Head Elementary
Hanson, MA
Full time one-on-one aide to a third-grader with Down Syndrome. Assisted this student in the inclusion classroom as well in the resource room setting.
Musical Theatre Director
August 2015-March 2016
Cardinal Spellman H.S.
Brockton, MA
Direct the spring musical production. Organize and manage a group of over 75 students, parents, and faculty. Collaborate with production staff to set budgets, production schedules, and overall vision of each production.
Educational Experience
Bridgewater State University
Working towards M.Ed., Moderate Special Needs, Grades 5-12. GPA- 3.95. Recently completed Student Teaching practicum at Sharon Middle School.
Jan. 2017- present
Bridgewater State University
Completed Bachelors of Arts, Communication Studies/Theatre degree with a 3.2 GPA.  Dean's list for 4 consecutive semesters. find.
2015-2016
Ohio Northern University
Courses towards a BFA in Musical Theatre Performance.
1999-2001
Certification and Endorsements
Sample Reports and Lesson Plans
Samples of documents that I prepared during student teaching.
Recommendations
Kevin O'RourkeÂ
Principal, Sharon Middle School
"Tom develops relationships of trust and respect that have made him a valued addition to our staff. He has demonstrated to us that he is a quick learner and has an interest in kids. That is evident in all that he does."
Sarah Rohan
Special Education Teacher, Sharon Middle School
"Highly adaptable and and able to modify lessons based on students' needs, Thomas is able to create and follow through on engaging lessons for his students."
Joseph ConnollyÂ
Science Teacher, Sharon Middle School
"From the start, Thomas was proactive, asked important questions of team members, and very quickly took on challenges and tasks that were above and beyond his job description. His work ethic is infectious."
Dr. Jon Cash
Professor, Bridgewater State University
"I found Thomas to be a very prepared, dedicated, and thoughtful teacher."