Abdul Springer
Atlanta,Georgia
Summary
A task-oriented leader that enjoys analyzing data and solving problems with excellence and a focus on quality. Driven by a deep sense of altruism and empathy for others, often acting as an emotional barometer like mediating with parents, students, and teachers to find solutions around instructional and/or behavioral issues. Prioritizing immediate results while ensuring accuracy and maintaining stability may come across as impatient. However, by valuing and recognizing individuals and team contributions, and welcoming discussions and concerns are motivational strategies to successfully lead a team.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Support Disproportionality Specialist
Atlanta Public Schools
10.2022 - Current
- Provide support, guidance, and behavior strategies to schools to aid in alternative to suspension and progressive discipline practices.
- Decreased the number of students that have < 80% attendance by 16%.
- Decreased the number of students who have 1 or more failing core courses by 47%.
- Decreased the number of caseload students who have 1 or more suspensions by 53%.
Special Education Lead Teacher
Atlanta Public Schools
07.2021 - 10.2022
- Supported school administrators and teachers in providing effective educational programs for all students with disabilities; assumed responsibility for the knowledge and application of appropriate curriculum and instructional programs for students with disabilities.
- Complied with all federal, state, and district due process, policies, and procedures while reducing over-identification of students with disabilities.
Special Education Teacher
Atlanta Public Schools
07.2019 - 05.2021
- Developed approximately 15 IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Student Support Compliance Manager
KIPP DC
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Responsible for leading and ensuring that documentation and managing matters related to special education compliance with a full spectrum of federal and state requirements at the campus and school level.
- Managed compliance efforts, reporting and audits.
- Reviewed documents, files, transcripts, and other records to assess compliance and potential risk.
Student Staff Support Team Coordinator
Friendship Public Charter School
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Designed, implemented, and supervised a schoolwide system for referral, provision, and monitoring of academic and behavioral interventions.
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
- Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall company objectives, fostering a unified approach toward shared goals.
Special Education Coordinator
District Of Columbia Public Schools
08.2013 - 06.2017
- Increased graduation rate of students with disabilities by developing and planning of curricula and activities to meet student needs.
- Managed caseload of special education students, ensuring timely completion of required documentation and IEP meetings.
- Advocated for appropriate resources and supports necessary for special education students to succeed academically and socially.
- Coordinated with outside state agencies to acquire services for special needs children.
- Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs.
Special Education Teacher
District Of Columbia Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2013
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed approximately 12 IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Education
Specialist of Education - Special Education
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA12.2020
Master of Arts in Teaching - Special Education
Trinity Washington University
Washington, DC12.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05.2002
Skills
- Collaborative Leadership
- Instructional Strategies
- Professional Development
- Classroom Management
- Differentiated Learning Strategies
- Program Development, Management and Evaluation
- Data Analysis
- Communication
- Interventionist
- Specialist: Special Education / MTSS / 504
- Experienced PK - 12
- Analytical Thinking
- Process Improvement
- Idea Development and Brainstorming
- Quantitative skills
Timeline
Student Support Disproportionality Specialist
Atlanta Public Schools
10.2022 - Current
Special Education Lead Teacher
Atlanta Public Schools
07.2021 - 10.2022
Special Education Teacher
Atlanta Public Schools
07.2019 - 05.2021
Student Staff Support Team Coordinator
Friendship Public Charter School
07.2018 - 06.2019
Student Support Compliance Manager
KIPP DC
01.2018 - 07.2019
Special Education Coordinator
District Of Columbia Public Schools
08.2013 - 06.2017
Special Education Teacher
District Of Columbia Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2013
Specialist of Education - Special Education
University of West Georgia
Master of Arts in Teaching - Special Education
Trinity Washington University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Georgia State University