Years of administrative experience
Beth Jones
Assistant Superintendent for Student Services
St. Charles,IL
Summary
Motivated Assistant Superintendent for Student Services with 31 years of experience in the field of special education. Enthusiastic about working collaboratively with other administrators and teachers to provide access to education for all students. Skilled in the area of building relationships and being flexible based on the current needs of the district.
Overview
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16
Work History
Assistant Superintendent for Student Services
Barrington 220
Barrington , Illinois
07.2017 - Current
- Oversaw student services at 13 district schools with proactive oversight
- Worked cooperatively with other administrators, teachers, parents, and attorneys to help students receive services based on identified needs
- Oversaw creation and implementation of MTSS services and documentation
- Compiled and presented reports and information to Board of Education in Social Emotional Learning and Instruction
- Trimmed budget through proactive reorganization of student services department and roles
- Developed and maintained relationships with community organizations and members
- Worked with executive council and board members to establish policies, comply with legal requirements and develop and implement student safety standards
- Redeveloped district transition program for students 18-22
- Provided guidance and instruction for staff to ensure compliance with special education rules and regulations for students
Director of Interventions
CUSD 303
St. Charles, Illinois
07.2011 - 06.2017
- Focused teams on developing innovative programming and interventions for students throughout 17 schools
- Supported teachers in learning and applying new skills through meaningful professional development
- Supervised, assessed, mentored teachers and paraprofessionals
- Attended annual meetings with special education and 504 students to represent needs of school district
- Recruited and hired amazing teachers and administrators to support students at all grade levels
- Handled disciplinary referrals with calm, logical approach to student behavior and their special education rights
- Met with parents of prospective students to discuss student needs and district offerings
- Placed students in private therapeutic and residential settings in collaboration with IEP team and ISBE
- Represented school district in special education litigation and mediation with theschool attorne
Supervisor for Special Education North and East HS
CUSD 303
St. Charles, Illinois
07.2006 - 06.2010
- Evaluated special education staff through classroom observation, feedback and recommendations
- Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs
- Maintained contact with parents to address concerns and needs of students
- Interpreted and analyzed academic data to maintain student development
- Developed schedules for students in special education classes in collaboration with guidance department
- Developed schedules for teachers and paraprofessionals
- Led and managed child study teams to develop interventions to support students academically and socially
- Facilitated IEP meetings by using family-centered, strength-based approach
- Implemented program-level departmental policies and procedures and managed budgets to support educational program and curriculum
- Conferred and resolved education and discipline-related issues with students, parents and school officials
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills
Education
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL12.2023
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL06.2006
Master of Science - Special Education
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL08.1990
Bachelor of Science - Education
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL05.1989
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Interpersonal Communication
- Responsible and Dependable
- Decision Making
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Budgeting and Expenditures
- Staff Training and Development
- Interdepartmental Collaboration
- Problem Solving
- Federal, State and Local Regulations Adherence
- Conflict Resolution
Timeline
Assistant Superintendent for Student Services
Barrington 220
07.2017 - Current
Director of Interventions
CUSD 303
07.2011 - 06.2017
Supervisor for Special Education North and East HS
CUSD 303
07.2006 - 06.2010
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Concordia University Chicago
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Northern Illinois University
Master of Science - Special Education
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Northern Illinois University
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