Annie Cavataio Villanueva
STAFFORD,VA
Summary
Highly motivated and experienced Assistant Director, looking to expand my professional career. I am highly organized, work well within a team and an excellent problem solver. Professional Development and leading various teams are my greatest strengths. Looking to leverage my knowledge and experience as a leader, motivator and collaborator. Compassionate Special Education Department Chair with comprehensive background in special education program management. Strengths include developing strategic learning plans tailored to individual student needs, advocating for students, and fostering collaboration between educators, parents, and support services. Notably improved student outcomes by implementing innovative teaching strategies and inclusive educational practices.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Department Chair
Stafford County Public Schools
Stafford, VA
07.2024 - Current
- Led curriculum development for special education programs and services.
- Coordinated training sessions for staff on best practices in special education.
- Collaborated with families to create individualized education plans.
- Supervised and mentored special education teachers and support staff.
- Organized community outreach events to promote awareness of special education needs.
- Implemented compliance measures with federal and state special education regulations.
- Evaluated instructional materials for alignment with diverse learning needs.
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders to enhance student support initiatives.
Elementary Assistant Principal
Stafford County Public Schools
Stafford, VA
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Supported the principal in managing daily school operations and administrative tasks.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for staff on best practices in education.
- Coordinated student discipline procedures to maintain a positive school environment.
- Implemented school-wide initiatives promoting social-emotional learning and inclusivity.
- Developed communication plans for engaging parents and community stakeholders effectively.
- Evaluated student performance data to inform instructional decisions and interventions.
Assistant Director, Department of Special Education
Stafford County Public Schools
Stafford, United States
06.2018 - 07.2023
- Ensured compliance for school division serving over 3,000 students with disabilities.
- Oversaw and developed professional development programs for more than 1,500 staff members.
- Managed all programming for high schools, autism programs, emotional behavioral support, and transitional programs.
- Maintained multi-million dollar budget to ensure responsible fund allocation.
Teacher on Administrative Assignment/Department Chair
Prince William County Public Schools
Prince William County, United States
01.2012 - 06.2018
- Overseeing compliance for both the special education and ESL departments within Gar-Field High School
- Training/Onboarding all new teachers
- Responsible for department budget
Education
M. Ed - Educational Leadership
American College of Education
12.2016
M. Ed - Special Education
Liberty University
05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia, VA03-2011
Skills
- Leadership experience
- Educational technology
- Communication skills
- Curriculum development
- Staff training
- Collaboration with stakeholders
- Instructional design
Accomplishments
Awarded the Virginia Department of Education Post-Secondary Grant, Grant uses funds to help support students with disabilities with gaining experience in their chosen career fields
Projects
Professional Development, 06/01/18, Present, Increased the number of staff participating in professional development throughout the county by 150 teachers Post Graduate Programs, 06/01/18, Present, Increased the number of students participating in post-graduate programs by 3x. Awarded multiple grants in order to better fund the programs.
Timeline
Special Education Department Chair
Stafford County Public Schools
07.2024 - Current
Elementary Assistant Principal
Stafford County Public Schools
07.2023 - 07.2024
Assistant Director, Department of Special Education
Stafford County Public Schools
06.2018 - 07.2023
Teacher on Administrative Assignment/Department Chair
Prince William County Public Schools
01.2012 - 06.2018
M. Ed - Educational Leadership
American College of Education
M. Ed - Special Education
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Virginia Commonwealth University