Betty Bennett
MECHANICSBURG
Summary
Proven educational leader with expertise in staff development, curriculum enhancement, and IEP coordination. Skilled in driving professional development and ensuring regulatory compliance to improve educational outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director
Madison-Champaign ESC
Urbana
08.2025 - Current
- Oversaw staff training and professional development programs for educators.
- Facilitated communication between schools, families, and community organizations.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to enhance curriculum and instructional strategies.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
- Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
- Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
- Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
Special Education Supervisor
Madison-Champign ESC
Urbana
08.2021 - 07.2025
- Developed individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Coordinated training sessions for teachers on special education best practices.
- Facilitated communication between parents, educators, and support staff.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments and observations.
- Implemented strategies to enhance classroom engagement for students with disabilities.
- Advocated for resources and support services within the educational community.
- Led IEP meetings to discuss student goals and progress with stakeholders.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Maintained appropriate contacts with district, intermediate units and state special education leaders in continued compliance of special education programs.
- Monitored special education teachers for compliance with teaching practices, curriculum and outcome measures.
- Developed individualized lesson plans, goals and criteria for students.
- Coordinated all aspects of a comprehensive transition plan for post-secondary options for high school-aged students with disabilities.
- Observed classrooms to determine staff and resource needs.
- Facilitated meetings between parents and guardians and school personnel regarding students' academic performance and behavior management plans.
- Reviewed student files regularly to ensure compliance with legal requirements pertaining to Individualized Education Programs.
- Monitored student progress towards meeting IEP goals and objectives.
- Provided guidance and resources to teachers in order to support the educational needs of their students.
Intervention Specialist
Madison-Champaign ESC
Urbana
08.2015 - 07.2021
- Designed individualized intervention plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement effective instructional strategies and accommodations.
- Conducted assessments to identify student strengths and areas for improvement.
- Facilitated small group sessions to reinforce core concepts and skills.
- Provided support to families regarding educational resources and services available.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with students to encourage engagement.
- Trained staff on best practices for supporting students with disabilities in the classroom.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions based on ongoing evaluations.
- Instructed small groups of students using research-based instructional strategies tailored specifically for their individual goals.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, parents and guardians to ensure student success.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and documentation of all services provided.
- Supervised paraprofessionals working with students in the classroom setting.
- Evaluated instructional materials and curricula for appropriateness for use with students with special needs.
- Advised teachers on how to modify curriculum content to accommodate individual differences among students.
- Created positive learning environments by implementing appropriate classroom management techniques.
- Conducted assessments and developed Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Utilized technology tools to provide differentiated instruction that meets the needs of diverse learners.
- Developed behavior plans to address challenging behaviors in the classroom setting.
- Provided direct instruction in areas such as behavior management, communication, social skills, and academic support.
- Participated in professional development activities related to special education practices.
- Integrated assistive technologies into daily instruction for individuals with disabilities.
- Assisted with transition planning from elementary to middle school or high school settings.
- Observed students in diverse settings to gauge behaviors.
- Conducted peer mediation sessions and conflict resolution groups.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments (FBAs) to identify the causes and functions of behaviors.
- Tracked and analyzed data on client behaviors to assess progress and adjust interventions as needed.
- Trained caregivers and educators on behavior intervention techniques and strategies to ensure consistency.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to understand medical or psychological factors influencing behaviors.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of behavior intervention plans regularly and made adjustments based on data analysis.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04-2020
Master of Arts - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2018
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ02-2018
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04-2014
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ01-2010
Skills
- Educational leadership
- Staff development
- Curriculum enhancement
- Instructional strategies
- Policy development
- Student assessment
Certification
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Trainer
Timeline
Director
Madison-Champaign ESC
08.2025 - Current
Special Education Supervisor
Madison-Champign ESC
08.2021 - 07.2025
Intervention Specialist
Madison-Champaign ESC
08.2015 - 07.2021
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
Grand Canyon University
Master of Arts - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix