With over 30 years of experience in public education, I have dedicated my career to teaching, coaching, and leading with a passion for helping others. My love for supporting peopleand my teaching expertise allow me to be a stable and positive influence in the lives of students, parents, and staff.
Additionally, my family's experience with an adult foster individual diagnosed with Autism and Paranoid Schizophrenia provides me with a unique perspective on mental health. This personal insightand my professional background enable me to approach challenges with empathy and understanding.
I am eager to bring my diverse skills, experiences, and passion for education to your organization, contributing to its mission and the success of those it serves.
To provide direction and assistance in coordinating, implementing, and monitoring legal compliance activities and coordination pertaining to students in Special Education, English Learners, Title I, and other Specialized Programs.
The job of Navigator Resource Teacher is done for the purpose/s of providing a continuum of services to students with exceptional special needs, designated as Neurodiverse with a need for social interactions and executive functioning.
The job of Social Emotional Resource Teacher is done for the purpose/s of providing a continuum of services to students with exceptional special needs, designated as emotionally disturbed.
I was a 6-12 ED/BD Teacher in an alternative school. I worked closely with mental health workers in our building to help kids work through mental health needs, so they can be healthier.
I was special education co-ordinator and was over the special services of 3 smaller districts.
The assistant principal is in charge of the off-site alternative school. The alternative schools served secondary students as well as adults trying to earn their high school diploma