TNTP - ITF - School of Special Education

2018-20 SY: Special Education Coordinator (Non-Public & Itinerant)2020-21 SY: Learning Community Director (Non-Public & Innovation Learning Community)

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Responsible for oversight of the Student Services department consisting of Special Education teachers, Paraprofessionals, Related Service Providers, and ELL service providersComplete yearly position allocation requests, weekly and quarterly compliance monitoring, and collaborate with staff from across the Noble Network to ensure consistent student achievement for students with special needsOversee Individualized Education Plans and 504 plans, create student schedules, and coordinate with outside related service providers to provide quality programming for students with special needsCreate effective transition plans around STEM programming, positive behavior intervention plans, and regular Manifestation Determination Reviews for at risk students to reduce the overall suspension and expulsion rate to ensure positive school cultureResponsible for Implementing and continuously improving Speer Academy’s founding athletic program within the Noble Athletic ConferenceResponsibilities include recruiting, hiring, and development of coaching staff, facilities management, scheduling of all contests, organizing transportation, procurement and care of uniforms and equipment, budget management, completing yearly grant applications, and team fundraisingSpearheaded the branding of the athletic department that focused on our mission to enhance overall school culture and student achievement by improving behavior, attendance, and academicsImplemented weekly eligibility systems and raised the minimum GPA to compete to parallel NCAA expectationsDeveloped a real time dashboard for NAC athletics to compare student-athlete data across campuses to track the overall positive impact of athletics on student achievementCollaborated with the Noble Athletic Conference by developing data analytic systems for campus AD's and coaches to maintain high accountability at the campus level including game culture audits and the team GPA dashboard

Assistant Athletic Director and eventual Athletic Director for a founding athletic program competing in the CPS Public League. Coordinated all scheduling, transportation, game day management, and procurement of uniforms and equipment. Recruited, hired, and developed coaching staffs across all sports. Creatively managed an annual operating budget by securing grants for uniforms and equipment and partnering with local organizations to use their facilities for practices and contests. Spearheaded the rebranding of the athletic department which was a focused effort to offer quality programs through strict discipline and eligibility requirements that led to increased student participation and a positive following within the community.Developed an Athletic Council that was formed to promote student and parent involvement, identify fundraising opportunities, and improve the programs overall reputation in the community.Drafted Athletic Director, Student-Athlete, and Coaches Handbooks aiming to increase communication and push towards a higher standard regarding athletic policies.

Developed a modified high school curriculum aligned with CRS’s and provided differentiated instruction to 9th – 11th grade students with varying special needs in order to achieve practical academic, career, and life skills goalsTaught 9th and 10th grade self-contained classes in Math and Science for students with mainly mild to severe learning disabilities with significant behavioral issuesDesigned and executed differentiated learning activities and assessments in Math, Science, English, and Social Studies for the 9th – 11th grade teamsRevised, implemented, and documented Individualized Education Plans while coordinating with support service providers for each of the students within the schoolCoordinated the Supplemental Educational Services (SES) provided for all students looking to further their studies in an after school, extra curricular forum

Facilitated participation of individuals with disabilities of all ages in therapeutic recreational programsSupervised athletic events at the Chicago Park District while encouraging and enforcing safety standards Performed demonstrations and taught large and small groups in multiple drills, exercises, and athletic skills

Managed a monthly book of business of over $60,000Generated sales leads, prospected new clients through cold calling, closed new business, managed individual accounts, and prepared accounts receivable reportsIncreased individual sales above monthly projected goal while operating within a team environment

Assisted media relations directors in an assortment of game day, office and data entry responsibilitiesProvided assistance to the Big Ten Network in the production and TV broadcast of Division I athletic events

Executed promotional consumer-driven events for clients including PizzaExpress®Gained valuable experience on how a public relations team delegates tasks and responsibilities

Coordinated house relations between initiated brothers and new membersManaged internal house issues with duties including work scheduling and distribution of tasks

Planned NCAA basketball events including prospecting athletes while serving as a proficient liaison between parents, coaches, and personnelSupervised groups of 25+ children in birthday parties and recreational activitiesCoached K-3rd grade students in a variety of functional skills within a summer camp atmosphere

Hired and trained sales associates focusing on a short sales cycle and personal selling tacticsExecuted sales floor management skills while leading a small team of sales associates Supervised the stock room including processing orders and receiving shipments