Allan Laird

• Leading and convening IEP meetings, and ensuring the successful execution of the meetings.
• Analyzed student data and prescribed accommodations and enrichment to move several students from SDC to General Education.
• Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
• Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
• Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
• Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
• Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
• Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.

• Lead and manage the Special Education Team.
• Implement and oversee the middle school Special Education program that meets all compliance expectations and monitors and documents student growth.
• Supporting and leading the convening of IEP meetings and ensuring successful execution.
• Lead and participate in professional development activities.
• Conference and coach members of the Special Education Team.
• Monitor and evaluate performance of school employees.
• Oversee day-to-day work of classroom teachers, administrative staff and school personnel to expertly serve students' needs and meet district and state standards.

• Special Services Administrator: Teacher, HCA & Paraprofessional administration
• Transportation
• Health & Safety Protocols
• Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Administrator
• Website Management

• Increased the Alliance four year graduation rate from 52.3% in 2016-17 to 79.4% in the 2017-18 school year.
• Decreased the Alliance drop-out rate from 5.9% in 2016-17 to 2.9% in 2017-18.
• Decreased Alliance Failure Rates by 13% in ELA and by 34% in Math.
• Teacher Instructional Observations/Feedback.
• Data Analysis: ACT/STAR/Testing/Attendance/Suspensions.
• Secured a 5 year charter renewal.
• Monitoring and creating a balanced school budget.
• Approval of payroll and validation of employees.
• Implementation of new school-wide structures and procedures.
• Motivating staff to achieve and maintain classroom rigor.
• Implementing and Creating Professional Development.
• Motivating students to achieve.
• Connecting with families and community members.
• Organizing and implementing school fundraisers.

• Taught multiple undergraduate courses in Adult Education including but not limited to:

Exploring the Liberal Arts

Developing Learning Tools

Adolescent Psychology

Group Dynamics

Assessment Procedures

Freshman College Seminar I & II

Living in a Diverse World

• Created course curriculum designed for under-prepared students
• On-line instructor