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Clermont, Florida, United States

The state recognized public school system renowned for its success in promoting parent and community involvement. The district is comprised of 60 schools, with ~ 45,845 students in grades PK, K-12, and student-teacher ratio of 21 to 1.Diagnostic and IEP Excellence: Leveraged comprehensive assessments (FAST, WISC, WDJ-3) to craft precise, impactful learning plans. Led in designing and implementing personalized IEPs, significantly enhancing student engagement and academic success.Collaborative Engagement: Strengthened home-school connections through regular parent meetings, fostering community trust and reinforcing educational goals.Instructional Innovation: Boosted writing proficiency with specialized strategies, achieving remarkable progress in student essay composition. Introduced and applied a custom RACE strategy rubric, enhancing comprehension and writing skills across diverse learning styles.

United States

Public school district in high growth mode with 4 primary, middle and high schools serving <2000 students. Renowned for high school graduation rates 8 percentage points above the state average, with Ashland district producing higher than average M.A.P (Missouri Assessment Program) scores in all subjects and grade levels.SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER Re-engaged to elevate reading test scores and administer personalized, differentiated instruction for a caseload of approximately 30 students with diverse exceptionalities, including Autism, Learning Disabilities, and other health impairments. This role entailed the comprehensive implementation, design, and oversight of an ELA-driven cross-curriculum aimed at fulfilling state-mandated standards. Responsibilities also included adhering to federal mandates for the management of Individualized Educational Programs (IEP) for each student.Elevating Academic Success: Spearheaded initiatives that resulted in 80% of the Special Education class experiencing significant improvements in reading test scores. Strategies implemented included mitigating disruptive behavior, designing individualized learning plans, applying appropriate learning modalities, and providing tailored one-on-one mentorship and support.Meeting State Standards: Successfully met state ELA standards for 90% of the class by employing rigorous weekly data tracking, mid-course corrections, and thorough reviews of concepts. This achievement underscores a strategic approach to academic excellence and adherence to high educational standards.

Columbia, Missouri, United States

Privately funded school piloted to provide direct-specialized instruction to 56 students, Grades 5th-12th, who met the eligibility of severe behavioral and/severe Autistic. The Academic Rotational Model is the platform to help students with severe behavioral disabilities. Students who are diagnosed as Autistic learn in the Broad-Based Educational Services & Therapies Program.SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER | SPECIAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT CHAIR Led a dedicated team comprised of 10 special education teachers and 6 paraprofessionals, offering robust support and leadership in the development and execution of specialized academic and lesson plans within the Broad-Based Educational Services & Therapies Program.Strategic IEP Management: Oversaw and refined individualized educational plans (IEPs) for half of the student population, ensuring tailored support and adherence to educational benchmarks. This oversight guaranteed that personalized learning objectives were met with precision and efficacy.Innovative Program Development: Initiated and launched an Adaptive Physical Education program, rooted in the latest research findings. This pioneering program markedly improved physical mobility, endurance, and both fine and gross motor skills among students with special needs, showcasing an exceptional ability to apply research-based insights to enhance student well-being and academic achievement.Professional Development Advocacy: Advanced professional growth by organizing and leading in-service training sessions. These sessions enriched the team's capabilities in behavior management, and the use of effective prompting and visual supports, resulting in a more flexible and effective learning environment.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Liberal Arts And Sciences/Liberal Studies, 3.3

Activities and Societies: President's List Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) is a private, Christian university in northeastern Missouri.

Master Of Education - Med, Curriculum And Instruction, 3.0

Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission which validates the University and the quality of our academic programs.Founded in 1976.