Elizabeth Morrison

Experienced educator and student support professional with 20+ years of experience in inclusive education, special education support, behavioural intervention, and individualized programming across K-8 settings. Skilled in IEP development, literacy intervention, de-escalation strategies, differentiated instruction, and collaborative family communication. Strong background supporting Indigenous communities and multidisciplinary teams through person-centred and trauma-informed approaches.

Passionate about improving student success, inclusion, and overall quality of life for diverse learners.

Inclusive Education & Student Support Specialist at Public Schools Branch, PEI (2018-01 – Present)

• Provide individualized academic and behavioural support for First Nations students within the Abegweit Scotchfort Community.
• Implement literacy and numeracy interventions including ABeCeDarian, Fundations Tier 1 & 2, and Jump Math.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student success.
• Develop and implement individualized learning and behavioural support strategies.
• Support inclusive classroom environments through differentiated instruction and intervention planning.
• Maintain ongoing communication with families and community partners.

Special Education Teacher & Department Head at Cree School Board (2014-01 – 2017-12)

• Developed and implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) and intervention strategies for students with diverse learning and behavioural needs.
• Supervised and coordinated educational assistant schedules and classroom supports.
• Collaborated with teachers, families, and support staff to ensure inclusive and supportive learning environments.
• Led multidisciplinary meetings and supported positive behaviour reinforcement strategies.
• Assisted students in achieving academic, behavioural, and personal development goals.
• Supported curriculum adaptation and differentiated instruction practices.

Curriculum Development Committee Member at CASP Curriculum Development Initiative, Quebec (2015-01 – 2016-12)

• Collaborated with educators and consultants to develop and improve special education curriculum resources.
• Participated in strategic planning meetings to support inclusive education initiatives and implementation strategies.

Homeroom Teacher - Grade 4 at Western Quebec School Board (2017-01 – 2018-12)

• Implemented IEPs and differentiated lesson plans to support diverse student learning needs.
• Utilized positive behaviour reinforcement strategies and classroom management techniques.
• Maintained strong parent communication through regular updates and collaborative problem-solving.
• Assessed and evaluated students using multimodal instructional and assessment approaches.

Occasional Teacher at Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (2013-01 – 2014-12)

• Provided classroom instruction and student support across Kindergarten to Grade 8 settings.
• Adapted quickly to diverse classrooms and student needs while maintaining positive learning environments.

ESL Instructor - South Korea

Program Supervisor - After School Program at YMCA

Youth Outreach Worker at Abegweit First Nations Community

Bachelors of education

Masters in education

Bachelors in psychology