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Louisville, Ky, Us

Carrollton, Ky

Provide quality educational programs for children with disabilities, in order to insure the students will derive the greatest benefit from the educational experience. Establish procedures for evaluation and identification of handicapped children. Insure compliance with state and federal regulations. Act as a member of ARC meetings in making appropriate program decisions for handicapped children, and serve as ARC chairperson when requested. Work with state and local agencies on any issues relative to exceptional children’s programs. Insure due process procedures are being followed in the evaluation, identification, transition, and discipline of students with disabilities. Insure that requirements for caseload, class size, and age range are met. Assist principals in supervising special education teachers. Inform the district of any new regulations, appropriate assessment instruments, new curriculum methods, or materials relative to exceptional children’s programs. Determine personnel needs for special education and related services. Development of job descriptions for special education and related service personnel. Consult with school personnel concerning behavioral and academic needs of students. Conduct district-wide training for school personnel. Assist the school psychologist with any evaluation and eligibility needs. Collect data for various state and federal reports. Coordinate materials for state mandated testing of special education students. Provide recommendations and documentation concerning individual students to principals. Interview applicants for special education positions. Section 504 coordinator for the district. Supervise confidentiality procedures being followed in the district. Supervise the following programs: Migrant, ESL, CWTP, and Title IX. Attend Board meetings, and attend and preside over such other meetings as the Superintendent designates. Supervise personnel designated by the Superintendent.

Elkhorn Middle School, Frankfort, Ky

Assist in managing the instructional program to result in continuous school improvement including effective planning, communication, and problem solving within areas of responsibility. Guide the effective implementation of content PLCs, grade-level instructional teams, RTI program, and multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS). Provide administration and support of the special education program and services including chairperson for ARC meetings, training and mentoring for ECE teachers, instructional programming guidance, and ensuring compliance with state and federal laws. Provide opportunities and guidance for the personal and professional development of all staff members. Assist in managing faculty/staff with candidate review and employment decisions, job performance review and evaluation of certified employees, keeping accurate personnel records, developing a positive school climate by building trust, respect, cohesiveness, and high morale. Assist with student management by developing a systematic program to reduce absenteeism and address behavior concerns, provide resources and services to students in need, and manage student data with an efficient and confidential record-keeping system. Efficiently manage school financial and material resources by following all district bookkeeping and accounting procedures. Build positive relationships and secure support from the local community and stakeholders. Supervise student support services, co-curricular activities, and athletic events. Supervise maintenance of the school plant and grounds to keep them in good repair, safe, clean, and attractive. Supervise the cafeteria and transportation to ensure proper student behavior and safety on buses. Participate as part of the Franklin County Administrative Team in a positive, helpful, and resourceful way.

Served as district representative for all school-based ARC meetings related to referral for special education services, Individual Education Plan annual review, academic evaluation, and eligibility determination for services. Responsible for compliance with all State and Federal laws governing special education policy and procedure under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), KY Administrative Regulations, and Oldham County Board of Education policies. Served as the special education department team leader, providing on-going training and support for a team of special education teachers providing specially designed instruction to qualifying students. Also served on the school Leadership Team, Academic Team, and Behavior Team, as well as various other administrative duties as assigned by the principal.

Louisville, Ky

Assistant PrincipalCurriculum and instructional development as the leader of the Instructional Team. Implementation of Professional Learning Communities, Restorative Practices, and Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports. Managed student discipline, attendance, transportation, ensured due process for students, supervised and evaluated personnel, personnel interviews and staffing decisions, daily operations and maintenance of the building, implemented building security and safety measures, and performed all administrative duties in the absence of the principal. ECE Placement SpecialistDistrict expert in special education policy by guiding the application of federal and state law as outlined under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), KY Administrative Regulations, and District ECE Procedures. Facilitated district-wide training and support to school-based staff. Served as district-level chairperson for ARC meetings involving student placement decisions.Special Education Consulting Teacher/ECE Department Leader Coached and mentored teachers with the implementation of appropriate instructional programs for special education students. Provided direct consultation on intervention strategies, best practices in instruction, materials selection, curriculum, and staff development. Participated in referral, assessment, placement, and follow-up activities for special education students. Implemented data collection systems for appropriate evaluation and placement of students. Led staff professional development activities for special education. Held additional leadership positions on the school Administrative Team, Instructional Leadership Team, Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports Team, and Title IX Committee.Special Education TeacherTaught Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and Applied Math in a special education resource classroom for grades 9-12.

North Oldham High School, Goshen, Ky

Taught mathematics courses in both the special education resource and co-teaching environments grades 9-12. Held additional Leadership positions including Head Baseball Coach, Assistant Athletic Director, Principal Advisory Committee, and Title IX Committee.

Waggener High School, Louisville, Ky

Taught Math and Social Studies in a special education resource classroom for grades 9-12. Also served as head baseball coach.

Master Of Arts, Instructional Administration And Leadership, Principal K-12

Eds Director Of Special Education

Master Of Arts, Education - Learning And Behavior Disabilities K-12

Bachelor Or Science, Business Marketing

Activities and Societies: Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity WKU Baseball Team 1995