Highly motivated Educational Consultant offering over 13 years of experience building programs and resources to promote student success. Proven history of developing, implementing and managing educational improvement initiatives to meet learning objectives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Consultant, Contract & Freelance
AC Learning and Behavior Solutions, LLC
01.2023 - Current
Assisted clients in navigating complex industry challenges, offering expert guidance and strategic recommendations.
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Developed and trained educators on special education programs and processes.
Created and maintained compliant work environment.
Drafted high-quality policy documents, resulting in increased clarity and understanding for decisionmakers.
Compiled and interpreted students' test results along with information from teachers and parents to diagnose conditions and assess eligibility for special services.
Provided ongoing support to teachers for utilizing assessment results in their instructional planning efforts.
Analyzed testing data and identified problematic areas.
Special Education Teacher, (K-2nd Grade Special Education)
Hickory Grove Elementary School, Dunlap School District #323
07.2015 - 01.2022
Successfully managed and supervised up to 12 paraprofessionals and up to 25 students with a range of ability levels.
Successfully designed, planned, and executed intensive interventions and core curriculum to guide student learning according to curriculum standards and IEP goals.
Supervised student progress daily with rigorous data collection procedures.
Evaluated IEPs for compliance with state and federal requirements regulations and rectified non-compliance issues immediately.
Worked collaboratively with administrators, teachers, paraprofessionals, and school staff to design, plan, and implement lessons for differentiated classrooms.
Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
Contributed to district-level committees to support needs of students on IEPs.
Special Education Teacher, (9th Grade Assistive Technology/Special Education)
Dunlap High School, Dunlap School District #323
07.2014 - 06.2015
Designed and instructed the districts first Assistive Technology class.
Increased accessibility for individuals with disabilities by implementing innovative assistive technologies in the educational settings.
Special Education Teacher, (3rd -5th Grade Special Education)
Ridgeview Elementary School, Dunlap School District #323
07.2012 - 06.2015
Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
Special Education Teacher, (9th -12th Grade Special Education)
Dunlap High School, Dunlap School District #323
07.2010 - 06.2012
Successfully designed and co-taught the following courses: U.S History, World History, Civics, Geography, English IV, Practical Reading & Writing, Health, Applied Algebra, Resource Reading, Resource Writing, and Guided Study Hall.
Developed, coordinated, implemented, and monitored IEPs according to state rules and regulations.
Participated as a member of the district’s Special Education Advisory Committee.
Education
Clinical Field Work - Behavioral Health
Rethink Autism
2016
Master’s Degree of Science in Education: Special Education - Learning Behavior Specialist II