Amanda Maddalena
Elmhurst,IL
Summary
Goal-oriented administrator dedicated to strengthening administrative operations to streamline curriculum and enhance student access to materials and achievement. Cultivate long-lasting relationships with students and staff to strengthen program success. Motivational leader with top-notch communication, organizational and strategic planning abilities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director of Student Services
Valley View School District 365
07.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with faculty to develop targeted programs for student success and retention.
- Implemented training programs for staff members to improve knowledge and skills in student service areas.
- Managed budgetary responsibilities, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for maximum impact on student support efforts.
- Advocated for students rights, working closely with school level administration to address any issues or concerns.
- Organized orientation sessions for new staff as well as refreshers for current staff.
- Assessed program effectiveness by analyzing data and adjusting strategies accordingly.
- Developed strong relationships with staff, providing ongoing guidance and mentorship.
- Led initiatives aimed at improving the academic and social emotional levels of special education students.
Special Education Teacher
Berwyn North School District 98
08.2007 - 07.2022
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special education students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe Autism.
Summer School Administrator
Berwyn North School District 98
06.2017 - 07.2021
- Managed daily operations of the summer school program, ensuring a smooth and organized experience for staff and students alike.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or home.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, ILNo Degree - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
American College of Education
Indianapolis, INBachelor of Science - Special Education
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05.2007
Skills
- Intermediary between General Education and Special Education Administrators
- CPI Trainer
- Team Leadership
- Organizational Skills
- Performance Evaluation
- Curriculum Design
- Advocate for Special Education students
- Budget management
- Professional development management
Certification
- Illinois Type 10, Special Education Learning Behavior Specialist 1
- Illinois Type 75, Administration
- EL Teaching Certification
- CPI Trainer trained May 2023
- IAASE Member
Timeline
Assistant Director of Student Services
Valley View School District 365
07.2022 - Current
Summer School Administrator
Berwyn North School District 98
06.2017 - 07.2021
Special Education Teacher
Berwyn North School District 98
08.2007 - 07.2022
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Concordia University Chicago
No Degree - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
American College of Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Illinois State University
- Illinois Type 10, Special Education Learning Behavior Specialist 1
- Illinois Type 75, Administration
- EL Teaching Certification
- CPI Trainer trained May 2023
- IAASE Member
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