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Ashleigh Baldwin

Kent,WA

Summary

Dynamic Special Education Program Specialist with Federal Way Public School District, adept at adapting projects to meet diverse needs and leading teams to enhance programming. Proven success in data-driven decision making and fostering collaboration among stakeholders, ensuring effective support for students with disabilities and their families.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Program Specialist

Federal Way Public School District
Federal Way, Washington
08.2023 - Current
  • Facilitated training sessions for teachers on special education instruction and programming.
  • Collaborated with school staff to guarantee necessary services for students with disabilities.
  • Participated in planning initiatives to enhance or develop programs for special education students.
  • Offered guidance to educators, administrators, and parents regarding best practices in special education.
  • Supplied resources to families, improving understanding of children's disability diagnoses.

Special Education Teacher

Seattle Public Schools-Cascade Parent Partnership
Seattle, WA
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Collaborated with service providers to create and implement individualized IEP goals.
  • Led scheduling for adults in classroom environments to optimize learning experiences.
  • Conducted small group and individual activities tailored to differentiated learning needs.
  • Developed engaging learning methods designed for diverse student populations.
  • Supported equitable instructional design and programming for varied student backgrounds.
  • Maintained regular communication with parents regarding student progress and strategies.
  • Managed accurate records, including data collection, progress reports, and IEPs.
  • Utilized advanced teaching technologies to achieve learning objectives in online settings.

Special Education Teacher

Seattle Public Schools - Pathfinder K-8
Seattle, WA
06.2018 - 06.2022
  • Collaborated with service providers to develop and implement individualized IEP goals.
  • Led scheduling for adult classroom activities, enhancing organization and efficiency.
  • Conducted small group and individual activities tailored to students' differentiated learning needs.
  • Developed engaging learning methods to address unique student requirements.
  • Supported diverse populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
  • Maintained timely communication with parents regarding student progress and strategies.
  • Recorded accurate data, progress reports, IEPs, and contact logs for compliance.
  • Facilitated functional life skills development in students with autism through explicit instruction.

Education

Master of Education - Low Incidence Special Education

University of Washington
Seattle, WA
06.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Human Development - Early Childhood Development

Washington State University
Pullman, WA
08.2014

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Washington State University
Pullman, WA
08.2014

Skills

  • Data collection and analysis
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Team management and leadership
  • Meeting organization and facilitation
  • Stakeholder collaboration and project creation
  • Parent communication
  • Instructional design
  • Compliance regulations
  • Excellent classroom management
  • IEP development
  • IEP implementation

Additional Information

  • WA-AIM Facilitator for Federal Way Public Schools from 2023-present
  • Professional Learning Community Leader for Special Education Teachers in Seattle Public Schools from 2020-2022
  • Special Education Department Head at Pathfinder K-8 during 2021-2022 school year
  • Behavior Autism Intervention Team member during the 2021-2022 school year
  • Member of the Special Education Relief Committee during the 2021-2022 school year
  • Member of the Teacher Leader Cadre during the 2021-2022 school year

Certification

  • Washington State Endorsement in Special Education
  • Washington State Endorsement in K-8 Education
  • Washington State Certificate in Early Childhood Development and Care

Timeline

Special Education Program Specialist

Federal Way Public School District
08.2023 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Seattle Public Schools-Cascade Parent Partnership
08.2022 - 06.2023

Special Education Teacher

Seattle Public Schools - Pathfinder K-8
06.2018 - 06.2022

Master of Education - Low Incidence Special Education

University of Washington

Bachelor of Arts - Human Development - Early Childhood Development

Washington State University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Washington State University