Alison Tomazic
Solon,OH
Summary
Seeking a position as an Intervention Specialist where I can utilize my knowledge of special education, my experience working with diverse individuals, and collaborate with teachers, administrators, and other professionals to optimize and enhance learning experiences.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Intervention Specialist
Cardinal Local School District
Middlefield, OH
08.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans to support diverse learning needs.
- Assessed student progress and adjusted interventions accordingly.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development, enhancing academic growth for all participants.
- Built strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Addressed behavioral issues through the implementation of positive behavior supports and interventions.
- Worked side-by-side with paraprofessionals in my classroom.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies into daily activities.
- Empowered students by teaching self-advocacy skills and promoting independence within the classroom setting.
- Coordinated with other professionals such as speech therapists, occupational therapists, and school psychologists to address comprehensive student needs.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
Substitute Teacher
Solon City Schools
Solon, OH
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Substitute teacher for general education and special education December 2023 to February 2024.
- Long-term substitute for an Intervention Specialist February 26, 2024 through the end of the school year.
- Developed relationships with students, fostering trust and encouraging participation in learning activities.
- Managed caseloads effectively, ensuring timely completion of all required documentation and reporting related to special education services.
- Ensured a safe and inclusive learning environment by promoting respect, empathy, and understanding among all students.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Implemented lesson plans to ensure continuity of education in teacher absence.
- Managed classroom environments, promoting positive behavior and engagement.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
Student Teacher
Roxbury Elementary School
Solon, OH
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Worked with an intervention specialist in fourth and second grades.
- Collaborated with the multi-disciplinary team to write, amend, and update student IEP’s.
- Participated in multi-disciplinary special education meetings.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences.
- Created and provided differentiated instruction in math and literacy for fourth grade students.
- Provided behavioral support for fourth and second grade students.
- Collected data for IEP goals and objectives.
Educational Aide
Orchard Middle School
Solon, OH
09.2021 - 07.2023
- One-to-one work with a sixth-grade student with special learning needs and a diagnosis of autism.
- Substitute teach for general education and special education teachers and aides when assigned student was absent.
Site Manager/Centering Pregnancy and Midwifery Program Manager
Neighborhood Family Practice
Cleveland, OH
03.2008 - 08.2021
- Manage daily operations of a busy medical office providing primary care and midwifery services.
- Manage multiple office and work schedules for medical providers, medical assistants, and administrative staff.
- Order supplies necessary for office operations.
- Manage Centering Pregnancy and Centering Parenting programs including data collection, grant management, and collaboration with Centering Healthcare Institute and other Centering programs.
- Facilitated Centering Pregnancy healthcare sessions in collaboration with a midwife.
- Educated patients on topics of pregnancy, labor and delivery, baby and childcare, car seat safety, safe sleep practices, and other related topics.
Treatment Specialist
Beech Brook
Pepper Pike, OH
08.2004 - 03.2008
- Provider of daily care and management of children aged 6 to 18 years with emotional and behavioral problems in an Intensive Treatment Unit.
- Collaborate with clinical staff to design and implement daily therapeutic programming.
Education
Master of Education - Intervention Specialist Mild/Moderate K-12
Notre Dame College
12-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Family and Child Development
The University of Akron
08-2000
Skills
- Teaching ID # OH1187926
- Excellent communication
- Group and individual instruction
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Managerial experience
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Adaptability and flexibility
- IEP development
- Background in childhood development
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Documentation and reporting
- Program management
Timeline
Intervention Specialist
Cardinal Local School District
08.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Solon City Schools
12.2023 - 06.2024
Student Teacher
Roxbury Elementary School
08.2023 - 12.2023
Educational Aide
Orchard Middle School
09.2021 - 07.2023
Site Manager/Centering Pregnancy and Midwifery Program Manager
Neighborhood Family Practice
03.2008 - 08.2021
Treatment Specialist
Beech Brook
08.2004 - 03.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Family and Child Development
The University of Akron
Master of Education - Intervention Specialist Mild/Moderate K-12
Notre Dame College