Teresa Gephart

Teresa Gephart possesses extensive experience in early childhood and special education, currently working as a Special Education Preschool Paraprofessional at North Adams Community Schools since November 2019. In this role, Teresa supports Pre-K students and the Lead Teacher, engaging in lesson development and assisting students with special needs to achieve IEP goals. Teresa's background includes serving as Direct Support Staff for Person First, where responsibilities involved maintaining Individual Service Plans and assisting students with disabilities. Previous positions include Lead Pre-K Teacher at both King's Kingdom and Rainbow Child Care Center, where lesson planning and achieving curriculum objectives were key responsibilities. Teresa also has experience in direct care roles and educational support from prior positions at Forte Residential, Warsaw Community Church, and as a Teacher's Aide at Grace College & Seminary. Teresa holds a Bachelor's Degree in Education from Grace College & Seminary.