Amy Motsinger
Irvine,CA
Summary
Experienced special education professional with over 20 years of expertise. Demonstrates a strong work ethic, professional demeanor, and proactive leadership with a passion for fostering inclusive learning environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Specialist
Fountain Valley School District
10.2016 - Current
- Support and assist the planning and coordinating of programs, curricular recourses, and assist the District with the effectiveness of preschool and ESN programs for students with exceptional needs.
- Work closely with school administration, general and special education teachers and site teams regarding changes in placement, assessments, and behavior planning and management systems.
- Assist and support teachers and aides to structure academic learning environments to meet the unique needs of individual students.
- Monitor special education procedures in compliance with the WOCCSE Plan, state and federal laws and District expectations.
Program Specialist
Huntington Beach City School District
11.2014 - 09.2016
- Assure implementation of the district’s special education instructional programs and for district students receiving programs in non-public and private school placements.
- Oversee specialized programs including Learning Centers, Specialized Day Class and the Passport Program for students who require intensive behavior supports.
- Provide behavior consultation and support for students with emotional disturbances and other behavioral problems..
- Monitor special education procedures in compliance with the WOCCSE Plan, state and federal laws, and district expectations.
ESN Teacher
Issac L. Sowers Middle School, Huntington Beach City School
11.2012 - 12.2014
- Implemented researched based methodology including community based instruction, assistive technology, Applied Behavior Analysis and functional communication training.
- Collaboration with general education teachers for effective mainstreaming and development of the "PAls" program.
Clinical Supervisor
Behavioral Health Works, Inc
03.2014 - 11.2014
- Supervised and trained behavior therapists on ABA strategies, provided direct supervision and parent consultation.
- Analyzed data and created behavior support plans.
Lead Teacher
Beacon Day School
06.2011 - 10.2012
- Trained educators on assessment, curriculum, progress monitoring and classroom management.
- Conducted teacher and paraprofessional interviews.
- Liaison between clients and school districts across Southern California.
Special Education Teacher
Beacon Day School
09.2010 - 06.2011
- Managed satellite campus including the supervision of ten paraprofessionals.
- Developed and implemented behavior plans for students with aggressive and maladaptive behaviors.
Special Education Teacher
Cleta Harder Developmental School
09.2009 - 08.2010
- Implemented behavior plans, individualized curriculum and progress monitoring, for students with severely aggressive behaviors.
- Collaborated with administrators, families and school district personnel from districts across Southern California.
Special Education Teacher
Parkview Elementary School, Garden Grove Unified School District
09.2007 - 06.2009
- Trained paraprofessionals on positive behavior supports and data.
- Collaborated with general education teachers for inclusion program.
Case Supervisor
Autism Behavior Consultants
06.2004 - 08.2007
- Responsible for initial assessments, progress reports and goals.
- Provided ongoing training in behavior modification, verbal behavior and discrete trial techniques to parents, staff and school personnel.
ABA Therapist
Autism Behavior Consultants
05.2002 - 06.2004
- Provided Applied Behavior Analysis therapy in home and school settings.
Education
Clear Administrative Credential -
University California Irvine
01-2019
Administrative Credential
National University
2015
Master of Science - Special Education
California State University Long Beach
2013
Education Specialist Credential Level II
California State University Long Beach
2013
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University Long Beach
2006
Timeline
Program Specialist
Fountain Valley School District
10.2016 - Current
Program Specialist
Huntington Beach City School District
11.2014 - 09.2016
Clinical Supervisor
Behavioral Health Works, Inc
03.2014 - 11.2014
ESN Teacher
Issac L. Sowers Middle School, Huntington Beach City School
11.2012 - 12.2014
Lead Teacher
Beacon Day School
06.2011 - 10.2012
Special Education Teacher
Beacon Day School
09.2010 - 06.2011
Special Education Teacher
Cleta Harder Developmental School
09.2009 - 08.2010
Special Education Teacher
Parkview Elementary School, Garden Grove Unified School District
09.2007 - 06.2009
Case Supervisor
Autism Behavior Consultants
06.2004 - 08.2007
ABA Therapist
Autism Behavior Consultants
05.2002 - 06.2004
Clear Administrative Credential -
University California Irvine
Administrative Credential
National University
Master of Science - Special Education
California State University Long Beach
Education Specialist Credential Level II
California State University Long Beach
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University Long Beach
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