Amber Lynn Sambroak
Cranberry Township,PA
Summary
Dedicated education professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor of Special Education & Nonpublic
Midwestern Intermediate Unit IV
Grove City, PA
10.2017 - Current
- Used Keep Current, IEP Writer and HCSIS to maintain student records and prepare reports.
- Interpreted and analyzed academic data to maintain student development and retention.
- Facilitated numerous IEP meetings per year by using family-centered, strength-based approach.
- Maintained contact with parents to address concerns and needs of children.
- Evaluated 50+ special education staff through classroom observation, feedback and recommendations.
- Directed day-to-day operations of education program and supervised support staff to delegate assignments and evaluate performance.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
- Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
- Designed or used assessments to monitor student learning outcomes.
- Maintained program files, records, databases and websites to gather research and prepare and submit state reports.
- Scheduled educational activities, faculty lectures and departmental events to drive mission and values of institution.
- Checked on instructor lessons and communication in order to assess quality of education and assistance offered to students.
- Represented educational program at meetings and conferences to serve as subject matter liaison for array of services and activities assigned.
- Analyzed instructor, student and class trends to make proactive decisions about program operations.
- Planned, administered and controlled budgets and produced financial reports.
- Established and updated objectives and tools for overall program and each department to enhance operations.
- Met coverage goals by setting effective schedules and delegating work to individual instructors.
- Acquired grants and other sources of funding for educational programs and projects and drafted proposals and agreements to support proper allocation.
- Collaborated with families to provide resources for children outside of school district.
- Coached and observed 30+ teachers to improve teaching techniques.
- Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs.
Assistant Director of Special Education
PA Cyber
Midland, PA
09.2014 - 10.2017
- Supported and guided over 100 school personnel on best practices for special education.
- Maintained over 40 public and nonpublic external partnerships with varying agencies on behalf of students with exceptional needs.
- Coached school-based special education teachers and special education team members.
- Verified delivery of proper instruction and interventions for students.
- Created inclusive work environment and school community by engaging in training, reflection and dialogue.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
- Modeled expected and appropriate leadership to promote to teaching staff and administrative personnel positive interaction with students and families.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
- Administered standardized tests to evaluate student performance and progress.
- Developed subject and grade leaders to advance oversight and improve instruction.
- Studied assessment information covering students, teachers and school operations to formulate improvement plans.
- Oversaw school expenditure for students to receive maximum educational benefits.
- Coordinated retrieval and distribution of student records from other schools and institutions.
Senior Coordinator of Education/Director of Special Education
Pressley Ridge School
Pittsburgh, PA
07.2011 - 10.2014
- Oversaw development and implementation of quality educational programs.
- Observed teachers and students in classrooms monthly to gather data and improve instruction.
- Reviewed and refreshed yearly curriculum with faculty members to continuously improve quality of instruction.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Coordinated retrieval and distribution of student records from other schools and institutions.
- Prepared action plans to address concerns discovered through surveys, classroom observations and conversations with stakeholders.
- Recruited, trained and mentored faculty and staff in best practices for instruction.
- Counseled and monitored at-risk students for attendance, academic progress and behavioral concerns.
- Developed engaging and effective curricula for students aged 5 to 21.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education of Exceptional Persons
2004
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
2010
Certificate - Supervisor of Special Education
2011
Certificate - Cooperative Education Coordinator
2015
Master of Education - Educational Administration And Supervision
2017
Skills
- Program Analysis
- Cost Savings
- Grant Proposals
- Program Funding Solicitation
- School Improvements Planning
- Federal, State and Local Regulations Adherence
- Instructional Leadership
- Professional Development Planning
- Special Needs Education
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Team Collaboration
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Google Drive and Classroom
- Teacher Training
- Education Program Management
Accomplishments
- Lead our Intermediate Unit into the electronic world and supported a quick turn around during COVID shutdown to allow for continued services
- Developed an all-encompassing transition program, PA Cyber
Affiliations
Leadership Pittsburgh Development Development Initiative Alumni
Timeline
Supervisor of Special Education & Nonpublic - Midwestern Intermediate Unit IV
10.2017 - Current
Assistant Director of Special Education - PA Cyber
09.2014 - 10.2017
Senior Coordinator of Education/Director of Special Education - Pressley Ridge School
07.2011 - 10.2014
Indiana University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science, Education of Exceptional Persons
University of Scranton - Master of Science, Curriculum And Instruction
University of Pittsburgh - Certificate, Supervisor of Special Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania - Certificate, Cooperative Education Coordinator
Arizona State University - Master of Education, Educational Administration And Supervision
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