Alexis Perrizo
Chaska,MN
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on supporting team objectives & optimizing processes. .
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Manager
Spero Academy
07.2022 - Current
- Maintain a positive & professional relationship with staff, students, and families of the Spero Academy Community.
- Develop & maintain case managers due process paperwork/timelines in order to stay in compliance with state and federal laws.
- Manage outside programming systems and sharing/transfer of students, pull reports needed for various departments/committees.
- Assist the Special Education Director and Special Education Coordinator with reports for the Minnesota Department of Education.
- Point of contact for all incoming student(s) records/intake meetings.
- Collaborate with the Operations Department to enroll/place students in classrooms based on student IEP's, federal setting, etc.
- Assist with interviews and placement of staff in order to meet our student's needs. -Student behavior support and management contact.
- Managed incoming calls professionally, or directing taking detailed messages when necessary.
- Coached and observed 20 teachers to improve teaching techniques.
- Evaluated 20 special education staff through classroom observation, feedback and recommendations.
- Collaborated with teachers to conduct behavioral assessments and intervention plans for students.
Special Education Specialist
Spero Academy
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Work in collaboration with the Special Education Team & case managers to make sure all of the Due Process paperwork is correct and on time.
- Student behavior and management support.
- Enhanced student learning by developing and implementing individualized education plans tailored to each student''s needs.
- Improved transition planning processes resulting in smoother transitions from school to post-secondary opportunities or employment.
- Advocated for students'' rights and needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations in all school settings.
Due Process Clerk
Eden Prairie Schools
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Scheduled Due Process meetings & maintained files for over three hundred students in the Eden Prairie School District.
- Traveled to three different schools within the district.
- Maintained confidentiality with students paperwork.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks, ensuring timely completion.
- Reduced errors in data entry by carefully inputting information into computer systems with attention to detail.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly answering inquiries and providing accurate information.
Paraprofessional & Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Spero Academy
08.2018 - 01.2021
- 40 training & passed the RBT exam.
- Pulled students 1:1 implementing ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) behavior training. -Collaborated with case managers to find goals/objectives to work on.
- Caseload of students - nine.
- Data tracking for caseload students & mentored case managers that need help with students behaviors/data tracking within the classroom.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Child, Adult, and Family Services -
Iowa State University
Ames, IA05.2018
High School Degree -
Eden Prairie High School
Eden Prairie, MN06.2014
Skills
- Time Management
- Active Listener
- Flexible Learner
- Problem Solver
- Documentation skills
- Project Management
- Crisis Management
- Progress Monitoring
- Legal Compliance
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Organizational Leadership
References
- Kelly Tidemann, Special Education Director, ktidemann@spero.academy
- Hannah Miller, Special Education Coordinator, hmiller@spero.academy
- Alex Becerra, Principal, abecerra@spero.academy
- Ali Fisch, Special Education Manager, afisch@spero.academy
Timeline
Special Education Manager
Spero Academy
07.2022 - Current
Special Education Specialist
Spero Academy
07.2021 - 07.2022
Due Process Clerk
Eden Prairie Schools
01.2021 - 06.2021
Paraprofessional & Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Spero Academy
08.2018 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science in Child, Adult, and Family Services -
Iowa State University
High School Degree -
Eden Prairie High School