Amy Sedgmer
Hopedale,OH
Summary
Passionate and student-centered educational leader with extensive experience in special education, curriculum development, MTSS/RTI implementation, and instructional leadership. Proven success developing inclusive educational programs, facilitating professional development, supporting compliance initiatives, and improving student outcomes through data-driven and relationship-focused practices. Dedicated to empowering students, educators, and families through collaborative leadership, innovative instructional supports, and holistic educational approaches.
Overview
1
1
Certificate
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Director/Assistant Principal
Harrison Hills City School District
Cadiz, OH
07.2020 - Current
• Provided instructional and administrative leadership for special education programming, curriculum implementation, MTSS/RTI systems, and intervention services aligned with district and state goals.
• Facilitated professional development, instructional coaching, and staff mentoring focused on differentiated instruction, inclusive practices, compliance, and student-centered learning.
• Utilized student performance data and progress monitoring systems to guide instructional decision-making, strengthen intervention programs, and improve educational outcomes.
• Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff while fostering a collaborative culture of continuous growth, accountability, and professional learning.
• Collaborated with administrators, educators, families, and community stakeholders to support student achievement, school improvement initiatives, and positive school culture.
• Developed and implemented programs, policies, and support systems to ensure compliance with state and federal special education regulations and best practices.
• Led initiatives supporting literacy improvement, intervention programming, and equitable educational opportunities for students with diverse learning needs.
• Supported at-risk students and students with disabilities through targeted intervention planning, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and individualized support services.
Intervention Specialist/Special Education Teacher
Harrison Hills City School District
Cadiz, OH
07.2004 - 07.2020
• Provided instructional and administrative leadership for special education programming, curriculum implementation, MTSS/RTI systems, and intervention services aligned with district and state goals.
• Facilitated professional development, instructional coaching, and staff mentoring focused on differentiated instruction, inclusive practices, compliance, and student-centered learning.
• Utilized student performance data and progress monitoring systems to guide instructional decision-making, strengthen intervention programs, and improve educational outcomes.
• Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff while fostering a collaborative culture of continuous growth, accountability, and professional learning.
• Collaborated with administrators, educators, families, and community stakeholders to support student achievement, school improvement initiatives, and positive school culture.
• Developed and implemented programs, policies, and support systems to ensure compliance with state and federal special education regulations and best practices.
• Led initiatives supporting literacy improvement, intervention programming, and equitable educational opportunities for students with diverse learning needs.
• Supported at-risk students and students with disabilities through targeted intervention planning, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and individualized support services.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Franciscan University
Steubenville, OHMaster of Science - Education Administration
Franciscan University
Steubenville, OH06-2020
Skills
- Educational Leadership
- MTSS/RTI
- Curriculum Development
- Compliance & IEP Oversight
- Professional Development
- Staff Supervision
- Data Analysis
- Intervention Planning
- Program Development
- Collaboration
- Special Education Leadership
Accomplishments
- Led districtwide MTSS/RTI implementation
- Facilitated annual Special Education Compliance training
- Oversaw 504 coordination and intervention systems
- Achieved full implementation of SameGoal Special Education platform
- Developed literacy intervention programming and professional development initiatives
- program leadership
- staff development
- Special Education and Intervention systems improvement and educational innovation.
Certification
- Education Administration License
- Intervention Specialist License
- Reading Endorsement
- FIP (Formative Instructional Practice) school leader
- Internal Monitoring Team certificate
- Servicing Students with Autism Training
- Really Great Reading Certificate
Timeline
Special Education Director/Assistant Principal
Harrison Hills City School District
07.2020 - Current
Intervention Specialist/Special Education Teacher
Harrison Hills City School District
07.2004 - 07.2020
Master of Science - Education
Franciscan University
Master of Science - Education Administration
Franciscan University
Miracle Maker Teacher Award- 2011
As a 5th/6th Grade Intervention Specialist, I worked closely with struggling readers who entered the school year significantly below grade level. Through a blended instructional approach using small-group intervention, interactive lessons, and individualized support, students developed stronger foundational reading and comprehension skills. One student submitted a heartfelt letter of gratitude recognizing the encouragement and personalized support he received throughout the year. I was honored to be nominated by the Ohio Valley districts and selected to receive the “Miracle Maker” Teaching Award for the 2011–2012 school year.