Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
References
Overview
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Amber Collins

Bryan,TX

Summary

Dynamic Director of Specialized Student Services with proven expertise in developing and implementing inclusive education programs. Skilled in fostering collaborative environments and advocating for students' needs within educational settings. Recognized for leadership in regulatory compliance and effective communication strategies, enhancing community relationships.

Work History

North Zulch ISD
North Zulch, TX

Specialized Student Services Director
07.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Led district compliance initiatives
  • Facilitated de-escalation strategies
  • Developed and managed Special Education schedules
  • Directed campus 504 teams
  • Evaluated and mentored teachers

Western Governers University
Remote, TX

08.2023 - 11.2024

Job overview

  • Advised and assessed teacher candidates

North Zulch ISD
North Zulch, Texas

Special Education Coordinator
08.2022 - 07.2023

Job overview

  • Tailored diverse instructional techniques and technologies to meet individual student needs.
  • Supported classroom instruction through direct teaching and co-teaching efforts.
  • Identified community resources for families of children with special needs.
  • Served as liaison between school personnel and external agencies.
  • Developed and led targeted training initiatives to improve program effectiveness.
  • Directed district’s special education program, ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Compiled and maintained required physical and digital reports and records.
  • Managed academic progress of students through assessments and targeted interventions.

John C. Webb Elementary
Navasota, Texas

Special Education Resource/Inclusion Team Lead
07.2019 - 07.2022

Job overview

  • Assigned tasks for four teachers and four aides, ensuring compliance and timely completion.
  • Managed student behavior by administering discipline and intervening during crises.
  • Collaborated with classroom teachers to implement behavior management strategies aligned with IEPs.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to enhance desired behaviors and educational outcomes.

Tripler Army Medical Center (Telework)
Honolulu (Remote), Hawaii

Lead Medical Data Technician
01.2012 - 11.2021

Job overview

  • Developed and implemented policies enhancing operational efficiency and patient care quality.
  • Utilized patient feedback to drive continuous process improvements for operational excellence.
  • Participated in regular meetings with hospital administrators to review clinic operations.
  • Spearheaded projects expanding scope of engagement within healthcare services.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations and relevant laws to maintain standards.
  • Conducted research on discrepancies between dictated reports and transcriptions as needed.
  • Transcribed medical dictation, including patient histories, examinations, and discharge summaries.
  • Assisted in training new transcriptionists on departmental policies and procedures.

Education

University of Kansas
Lawrence, Kansas

Master of Science from Educational Leadership
12.2022

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona

Bachelor of Science from Health Care Administration
06.2018

Chaminade University
Honolulu, Hawaii

Associate of Applied Arts from Liberal Arts
05.2014

Skills

  • Regulatory compliance
  • Individualized education plans
  • Program development and scheduling
  • Teacher mentoring and performance evaluations
  • Data analysis and crisis intervention
  • Instructional strategies and behavior intervention
  • Visionary leadership and collaborative leadership
  • Conflict resolution and diversity inclusion
  • Complex problem-solving and multitasking capacity
  • 504 plan coordination and group facilitation

Accomplishments

  • Tripler Army Medical Center Department of Orthopedics Staff Member Of The Year 2014
  • Heart of Webb Award-2020
  • John C. Webb Elementary Teacher Of The Year 2021
  • Nominated for the 2023 Brazos Valley Educators Awards
  • NZISD Staff Member of the Month January 2024
  • Nominated by Grimes County Co-op's Special Education Director to attend Project TEDD
  • Awarded a full scholarship to attend the PTS Coaching's ADHD Professional Development Trainer Academy.

Certification

  • ESL
  • Special Education EC-12
  • Licensed provider specializing in ADHD and deficits in Executive Function.
  • T-TESS Evaluator
  • Advancing Educational Leadership
  • Pending Praxis Principal certification exam

Timeline

Western Governers University
08.2023 - 11.2024

Specialized Student Services Director

North Zulch ISD
07.2023 - Current

Special Education Coordinator

North Zulch ISD
08.2022 - 07.2023

Special Education Resource/Inclusion Team Lead

John C. Webb Elementary
07.2019 - 07.2022

Lead Medical Data Technician

Tripler Army Medical Center (Telework)
01.2012 - 11.2021

University of Kansas

Master of Science from Educational Leadership

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Science from Health Care Administration

Chaminade University

Associate of Applied Arts from Liberal Arts

References

References available upon request.

Overview

13
years of professional experience
1
Certificate

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