Amy Hershner
Waynesville,OH
Summary
Sympathetic Intervention Specialist with fortes in working with a diverse population and individuals with differing abilities, supporting the whole child, their families, and caregivers, and planning and executing differentiated strategies. Excellent and thorough understanding of special education laws. Committed to interacting with children, families and service providers and positively impacting the developmental needs of children.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intervention Specialist
Wayne Local School District
Waynesville, OH
09.2017 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans to support diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement effective intervention strategies.
- Monitored student progress using assessment tools and data analysis.
- Engaged with parents to discuss student progress and interventions.
- Coordinated with external specialists for additional support services.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, parents and guardians to ensure student success.
- Supervised paraprofessionals working with students in the classroom setting.
- Built trusting rapport with clients and parents.
- Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
Developmental Specialist
Four Oaks Early Intervention
Xenia, OH
06.2012 - 09.2017
- Conducted assessments to identify specific needs and strengths of each child.
- Collaborated with families to provide resources and support strategies.
- Delivered targeted interventions in various settings including homes and schools.
- Trained caregivers on effective techniques for promoting child development.
- Observed interactions between parents and caregivers and their children during home visits in order to provide feedback on parenting skills.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care for each child and family.
- Assessed the development of infants and toddlers using standardized assessments.
- Supported families by providing emotional support during difficult times.
Autism Intervention Specialist
Applied Behavioral Services
Centerville, Ohio
09.2009 - 06.2010
- Assisted in assessing student progress and identifying behavioral challenges.
- Implemented behavioral interventions to promote positive student behavior.
- Facilitated communication between families and educational staff regarding student needs.
- Instructed small groups of students using research-based instructional strategies tailored specifically for their individual goals.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and documentation of all services provided.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Services
Wright State University
Dayton, OH06-2009
Skills
- Family collaboration
- Assessment tools
- Intervention strategies
- Teamwork
- Client relationship management
- Effective communication
- Case documentation
- Knowledge of development
Certification
- Intervention Specialist License K-12
Timeline
Intervention Specialist
Wayne Local School District
09.2017 - Current
Developmental Specialist
Four Oaks Early Intervention
06.2012 - 09.2017
Autism Intervention Specialist
Applied Behavioral Services
09.2009 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Services
Wright State University
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