Ann Marie Geissel
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Edward G. Yeager
To whom it may concern, It is with great enthusiasm that I support Mrs. Ann Marie Geissel as a student/parent advocate, and consummate educational professional. Having worked alongside Ann Marie for several years at Phoenixville Area School District as the Lead Counselor responsible for all Special Education students. I have become familiar with the expertise and personal care that she commits to each student and dedication to each case. In my role, developing 504 Accommodation Plans, attending IEP meetings and in attending focused staff meetings, I have worked closely with Ann Marie and often used her knowledge of IEP laws and the changes therein to guide my treatment of students in need. Her availability, ongoing communication, team approach and passion for helping became evident after we initially met. She provided both myself and our student and families a sense of comfort, knowing their child was in such good hands. Ann Marie quickly became a go-to staff for our building, resource for all and the cornerstone for our Special Education services and population. It is noteworthy that a colleague of mine, from a previous job, had the privilege of working alongside Ann Marie and echoed my sentiments and shared my experiences. That colleague used words—like timely, thorough, understanding, sympathetic, personable and a joy to work with—that mirror my own. I give Mrs. Ann Marie Geissel my highest recommendation and appreciate the time we were able to share as educational professionals and as people. Her impact on our school community reflects what families deserve. Edward G Yeager Lead Counselor Berks County Intermediate Unit #14 Reading PA 19460 484-374-5513
Dr. Brooke C. Tesche
Ann Marie gave me the foundation for my career in special education. As a brand new supervisor she took me under her wing and taught me through her time, talent, expertise and integrity. She had me as her side kick on many meetings as we drove from one school to another. She is fearless and leads with her heart. I’d recommend Ann Marie for any position because her skills are unmatched. She is an asset to the special education community and she will seamlessly apply her knowledge to any situation with grace.
Edward G. Yeager
To whom it may concern, It is with great enthusiasm that I support Mrs. Ann Marie Geissel as a student/parent advocate, and consummate educational professional. Having worked alongside Ann Marie for several years at Phoenixville Area School District as the Lead Counselor responsible for all Special Education students. I have become familiar with the expertise and personal care that she commits to each student and dedication to each case. In my role, developing 504 Accommodation Plans, attending IEP meetings and in attending focused staff meetings, I have worked closely with Ann Marie and often used her knowledge of IEP laws and the changes therein to guide my treatment of students in need. Her availability, ongoing communication, team approach and passion for helping became evident after we initially met. She provided both myself and our student and families a sense of comfort, knowing their child was in such good hands. Ann Marie quickly became a go-to staff for our building, resource for all and the cornerstone for our Special Education services and population. It is noteworthy that a colleague of mine, from a previous job, had the privilege of working alongside Ann Marie and echoed my sentiments and shared my experiences. That colleague used words—like timely, thorough, understanding, sympathetic, personable and a joy to work with—that mirror my own. I give Mrs. Ann Marie Geissel my highest recommendation and appreciate the time we were able to share as educational professionals and as people. Her impact on our school community reflects what families deserve. Edward G Yeager Lead Counselor Berks County Intermediate Unit #14 Reading PA 19460 484-374-5513
Dr. Brooke C. Tesche
Ann Marie gave me the foundation for my career in special education. As a brand new supervisor she took me under her wing and taught me through her time, talent, expertise and integrity. She had me as her side kick on many meetings as we drove from one school to another. She is fearless and leads with her heart. I’d recommend Ann Marie for any position because her skills are unmatched. She is an asset to the special education community and she will seamlessly apply her knowledge to any situation with grace.
Edward G. Yeager
To whom it may concern, It is with great enthusiasm that I support Mrs. Ann Marie Geissel as a student/parent advocate, and consummate educational professional. Having worked alongside Ann Marie for several years at Phoenixville Area School District as the Lead Counselor responsible for all Special Education students. I have become familiar with the expertise and personal care that she commits to each student and dedication to each case. In my role, developing 504 Accommodation Plans, attending IEP meetings and in attending focused staff meetings, I have worked closely with Ann Marie and often used her knowledge of IEP laws and the changes therein to guide my treatment of students in need. Her availability, ongoing communication, team approach and passion for helping became evident after we initially met. She provided both myself and our student and families a sense of comfort, knowing their child was in such good hands. Ann Marie quickly became a go-to staff for our building, resource for all and the cornerstone for our Special Education services and population. It is noteworthy that a colleague of mine, from a previous job, had the privilege of working alongside Ann Marie and echoed my sentiments and shared my experiences. That colleague used words—like timely, thorough, understanding, sympathetic, personable and a joy to work with—that mirror my own. I give Mrs. Ann Marie Geissel my highest recommendation and appreciate the time we were able to share as educational professionals and as people. Her impact on our school community reflects what families deserve. Edward G Yeager Lead Counselor Berks County Intermediate Unit #14 Reading PA 19460 484-374-5513
Dr. Brooke C. Tesche
Ann Marie gave me the foundation for my career in special education. As a brand new supervisor she took me under her wing and taught me through her time, talent, expertise and integrity. She had me as her side kick on many meetings as we drove from one school to another. She is fearless and leads with her heart. I’d recommend Ann Marie for any position because her skills are unmatched. She is an asset to the special education community and she will seamlessly apply her knowledge to any situation with grace.
Edward G. Yeager
To whom it may concern, It is with great enthusiasm that I support Mrs. Ann Marie Geissel as a student/parent advocate, and consummate educational professional. Having worked alongside Ann Marie for several years at Phoenixville Area School District as the Lead Counselor responsible for all Special Education students. I have become familiar with the expertise and personal care that she commits to each student and dedication to each case. In my role, developing 504 Accommodation Plans, attending IEP meetings and in attending focused staff meetings, I have worked closely with Ann Marie and often used her knowledge of IEP laws and the changes therein to guide my treatment of students in need. Her availability, ongoing communication, team approach and passion for helping became evident after we initially met. She provided both myself and our student and families a sense of comfort, knowing their child was in such good hands. Ann Marie quickly became a go-to staff for our building, resource for all and the cornerstone for our Special Education services and population. It is noteworthy that a colleague of mine, from a previous job, had the privilege of working alongside Ann Marie and echoed my sentiments and shared my experiences. That colleague used words—like timely, thorough, understanding, sympathetic, personable and a joy to work with—that mirror my own. I give Mrs. Ann Marie Geissel my highest recommendation and appreciate the time we were able to share as educational professionals and as people. Her impact on our school community reflects what families deserve. Edward G Yeager Lead Counselor Berks County Intermediate Unit #14 Reading PA 19460 484-374-5513
Dr. Brooke C. Tesche
Ann Marie gave me the foundation for my career in special education. As a brand new supervisor she took me under her wing and taught me through her time, talent, expertise and integrity. She had me as her side kick on many meetings as we drove from one school to another. She is fearless and leads with her heart. I’d recommend Ann Marie for any position because her skills are unmatched. She is an asset to the special education community and she will seamlessly apply her knowledge to any situation with grace.
Credentials
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Elementary Education
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Elementary Principal
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Special Education
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Superintendent & Assistant Superintendent
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Supervisor Special Education
PA Dept. of Education
Experience
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Therapy Source, Inc.
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United States
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Staffing and Recruiting
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100 - 200 Employee
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Vice President of Special Education and Virtual Programs
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Apr 2011 - Present
Virtual Program Development, Special Education Compliance Consultant, Proposal Writer, Urban, Suburban and Rural School Administration Experience, Special Education Program Development, School Staffing. 35+ Years School Experience. Virtual Program Development, Special Education Compliance Consultant, Proposal Writer, Urban, Suburban and Rural School Administration Experience, Special Education Program Development, School Staffing. 35+ Years School Experience.
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Wilson Language Training
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Professional Training and Coaching
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100 - 200 Employee
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Senior Literacy Advisor
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Oct 2009 - Mar 2011
Met with school leaders nationally to address literacy. Developed literacy plans built upon sustainability with the goal to assist students with achieving proficiency in the area of literacy. The focus was on assisting students to develop the building blocks necessary to become proficient within the language arts areas. Met with school leaders nationally to address literacy. Developed literacy plans built upon sustainability with the goal to assist students with achieving proficiency in the area of literacy. The focus was on assisting students to develop the building blocks necessary to become proficient within the language arts areas.
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Phoenixville Area School District
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Primary and Secondary Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Director of Pupil Services/Special Education
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Jul 2004 - Aug 2009
I was responsible for the district's entire student services department including special education, ELL, mental health, counseling, nursing, homeschooling and alternative education.. Additionally I implemented and managed compliance processes according to all federal and state regulations for special education and student services. Advised the School Board, Superintendent and other administrators on compliance process, due process procedures, settlement agreements, etc. Created special education programs to address student disabilities and to increase student achievement results on the PSSA. Provided staff development on various topics identified by the district's strategic plan such as ELL Programs, Counseling, Inclusion, etc. . Development of Student Services Budget, Allocation of Staff for the district. This was a Cabinet Level Position. Show less
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Elementary Principal/Curriculum Supervisor/Special Ed. Supervisor/Pupil Services Director
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May 1998 - Jul 2004
I began my career in Methacton, a suburban school district in PA, as an Elementary Principal at Audubon Elementary. After two years, servicing my students, I was promoted to a curriculum supervisor, a special education supervisor and a director of pupil services.. These positions afforded me the opportunity to learn the dynamics working within a school district's central office with a focus on addressing instruction, student programs and overall student achievement. I began my career in Methacton, a suburban school district in PA, as an Elementary Principal at Audubon Elementary. After two years, servicing my students, I was promoted to a curriculum supervisor, a special education supervisor and a director of pupil services.. These positions afforded me the opportunity to learn the dynamics working within a school district's central office with a focus on addressing instruction, student programs and overall student achievement.
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University of Pennsylvania
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Principal Mentor/Instructor- Aspiring Principals Program- Graduate School of Education
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Mar 1999 - May 2002
Principal mentor for students studying for the principalship. Supervised and mentored principal interns within the school settings. Provided classroom instruction in the areas of literacy and special education. Principal mentor for students studying for the principalship. Supervised and mentored principal interns within the school settings. Provided classroom instruction in the areas of literacy and special education.
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Special Education Teacher/ Elementary Principal
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Sep 1979 - May 1998
I began my education career in Philadelphia as a special education teacher. During the course of my tenure, I was appointed as an elementary principal. I served as a principal in several schools throughout Philadelphia. I worked collaboratively with my staff to teach the "whole child." Achievement is important but you must also understand the many challenges our students faced within their urban environments. Sensitivity and a thorough understanding of these needs is essential in order to bring out the best in children. I was a student of urban education for many years. I believe my experiences made me a better teacher and administrator. Show less
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Education
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Widener University
ABD, Ed.D Program/Educational Administration/Superintendent Certification -
Temple University
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Arcadia University
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La Salle University
BA, Elementary/Special Education