Beth Elliott
Woodridge,IL
Summary
Accomplished School Social Worker and Special Education Supervisor successful at cultivating productive relationships with students, families and teachers alike. Passionate about providing needed assistance to build social and academic skills. Excelled in multidisciplinary team collaboration, achieving significant improvements in school climate and student social skills.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
School Social Worker
Oak Lawn Hometown School District 123
08.2005 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop intervention strategies for students in need of additional support.
- Created a safe space for students experiencing crises by providing immediate support and appropriate referrals.
- Implemented evidence-based programs aimed at improving school climate and promoting positive behavior among students.
- Maintained compliance with standards relating to child protection, client confidentiality, risk assessment and reporting.
- Enhanced student well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions addressing various social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
- Participated in IEP, RTI and other related meetings that determined and implemented school-wide policies.
- Provided crisis intervention services and collaborated with school staff to create safety plans for students at risk of self-harm or violence.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of students'' social-emotional functioning to inform interventions and service planning.
- Collaborated with students, teachers, administrators, parents and outside agencies.
- Wrote and developed FBAs and PBIPs for each student.
- Trained and guided teachers on how to identify and support students.
Special Education Coordinator
Oak Lawn Hometown School District 123
07.2008 - 07.2016
- Managed a caseload of special education students, ensuring timely completion of required documentation and IEP meetings.
- Implemented research-based teaching methods specifically designed for students with disabilities, promoting increased engagement and comprehension across subjects.
- Advocated for appropriate resources and supports necessary for special education students to succeed academically and socially.
- Facilitated IEP meetings by using family-centered, strength-based approach.
- Coached and observed 30 teachers to improve teaching techniques.
- Collaborated with teachers to conduct behavioral assessments and intervention plans.
- Maintained contact with parents to address concerns and needs of children.
- Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs.
- Collaborated with families to provide resources for children outside of school district.
- Organized professional development workshops focused on special education topics, increasing staff knowledge and expertise in the field.
School Social Worker
AERO Special Education Cooperative
08.1990 - 06.2005
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop intervention strategies for students in need of additional support.
- Created a safe space for students experiencing crises by providing immediate support and appropriate referrals.
- Implemented evidence-based programs aimed at improving school climate and promoting positive behavior among students.
- Maintained compliance with standards relating to child protection, client confidentiality, risk assessment and reporting.
- Observed student behavior and developed behavioral interventions.
- Enhanced student well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions addressing various social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
- Participated in IEP, RTI and other related meetings that determined and implemented school-wide policies.
- Provided crisis intervention services and collaborated with school staff to create safety plans for students at risk of self-harm or violence.
- Served as a liaison between the school, family, and community agencies to ensure effective communication and collaboration around student needs.
- Collaborated with students, teachers, administrators, parents and outside agencies.
- Developed and implemented professional development workshops for school staff on topics related to social-emotional learning and mental health awareness.
- Worked with teachers to implement behavioral improvement plans based on established assessments.
- Trained and guided teachers on how to identify and support students.
School Social Worker
South Metropolitan Special Education Cooperative
08.1989 - 06.1990
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop intervention strategies for students in need of additional support.
- Created a safe space for students experiencing crises by providing immediate support and appropriate referrals.
- Observed student behavior and developed behavioral interventions.
- Enhanced student well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions addressing various social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
- Participated in IEP, RTI and other related meetings that determined and implemented school-wide policies.
- Provided crisis intervention services and collaborated with school staff to create safety plans for students at risk of self-harm or violence.
- Established supportive relationships with at-risk youth through regular check-ins, goal-setting activities, and consistent followup.
- Completed psychosocial histories of students under evaluation.
- Assisted parents in navigating the special education process, ensuring proper identification and provision of services for their children.
- Collaborated with schools, family services and health care providers to determine services and aid with psychosocial assessments.
- Supported students, teachers and families during crisis situations.
School Social Worker
Woodford County Special Education Cooperative
08.1985 - 06.1989
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop intervention strategies for students in need of additional support.
- Created a safe space for students experiencing crises by providing immediate support and appropriate referrals.
- Maintained compliance with standards relating to child protection, client confidentiality, risk assessment and reporting.
- Observed student behavior and developed behavioral interventions.
- Enhanced student well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions addressing various social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
- Participated in IEP, RTI and other related meetings that determined and implemented school-wide policies.
- Provided crisis intervention services and collaborated with school staff to create safety plans for students at risk of self-harm or violence.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of students'' social-emotional functioning to inform interventions and service planning.
- Served as a liaison between the school, family, and community agencies to ensure effective communication and collaboration around student needs.
- Collaborated with students, teachers, administrators, parents and outside agencies.
- Assisted parents in navigating the special education process, ensuring proper identification and provision of services for their children.
- Worked with teachers to implement behavioral improvement plans based on established assessments.
Education
Master of Science - School Leadership
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL05.2008
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05.1984
Bachelor of Science - Family Service
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL05.1982
Skills
Emotional Support
Student Advocacy
Family Support
Verbal and written communication
Social Skills Training
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Special Education Knowledge
Socialization issues
Child development expertise
Timeline
Special Education Coordinator
Oak Lawn Hometown School District 123
07.2008 - 07.2016
School Social Worker
Oak Lawn Hometown School District 123
08.2005 - 06.2022
School Social Worker
AERO Special Education Cooperative
08.1990 - 06.2005
School Social Worker
South Metropolitan Special Education Cooperative
08.1989 - 06.1990
School Social Worker
Woodford County Special Education Cooperative
08.1985 - 06.1989
Master of Science - School Leadership
Concordia University Chicago
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Science - Family Service
Eastern Illinois University
Similar Profiles
Meghan MalloMeghan Mallo
Assistant Secretary at Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123 Main OfficeAssistant Secretary at Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123 Main Office
Sara HamoudahSara Hamoudah
Contract Speech-Language Pathologist at Oak Lawn Hometown School DistrictContract Speech-Language Pathologist at Oak Lawn Hometown School District
Katelynn SlehoferKatelynn Slehofer
Swim Instructor at Oak Lawn Park DistrictSwim Instructor at Oak Lawn Park District