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Ashley Hay

Wesley Chapel,FL

Summary

Vocational coordinator and special education lead teacher with seven years of experience designing and leading employment readiness programs for students with autism, and diverse learning needs. Skilled in designing accommodations, developing individualized transition plans, and coordinating vocational and employability programs. Proven ability to collaborate with students, families, faculty, and community partners to ensure equitable access, inclusion, and postsecondary success. Recognized for innovative program development and leadership in supporting students with disabilities in academic and workplace settings.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Vocational Coordinator

Florida Autism Center of Excellence
Tampa, FL
07.2019 - Current
  • Direct the Pathways to Employment Program at Tampa General Hospital for post-high school students, guiding students with autism through transition planning, vocational training, and self-advocacy skill development.
  • Partner with Tampa General Hospital and other community organizations to provide students with authentic workplace training and job coaching.
  • Develop and implement individualized accommodation strategies, including visual supports, task analyses, and modified training plans, to ensure success in varied environments.
  • Created a three-level job and life skills curriculum to support student independence and success after high school.
  • Mentor staff and serve as Lead Teacher, supporting professional growth, compliance, and effective instructional practices.
  • Collaborate with families, employers, and postsecondary partners to design transition goals, and ensure successful outcomes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
05-2018

Skills

  • Vocational and transition planning
  • Disability services and support
  • Accommodations and assistive strategies
  • Program development and curriculum design
  • Case management and advocacy
  • Collaboration with faculty, families, and agencies
  • Communication and documentation skills

Certification

  • Professional Teachers Certification
  • Speech-Language Pathology Assistant License
  • Autism Endorsement
  • Reading Endorsement

Accomplishments

  • Excellence in Action Award

Timeline

Vocational Coordinator

Florida Autism Center of Excellence
07.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders

University of Central Florida

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