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Camille Svihlik

Carmel

Summary

Experienced with individualized education planning and parent/student advocacy. Utilizes communication and collaboration with school district administrators to support students and parents navigate the Special Education and Section 504 processes/procedures set forth by IDEA and ADA. Knowledge of special education regulations and best practices.

Overview

50
50
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Liaison

IN*SOURCE
Carmel, IN
10.2015 - Current

Responsibilities include supporting regional families in special education processes through consumer engagement, instructional leadership, community engagement, administrative duties, and reporting and recording.

Compliance Coordinator

Indianapolis Public Schools
Indianapolis, IN
08.2010 - 09.2015
  • Provided training to employees on essential compliance topics, increasing overall awareness and understanding. (Article VII and District Special Education Policies, Staffing and Programs)
  • Assisted with interviews for new teachers and supported TOR's in the classroom settings
  • Handled Disciplinary Procedures for Special Education students when needed (ie. Manifestation Determination conferences; AES for students recommended for expulsion.)
  • Supervised Case Conference documents for validity
  • Recorded data from conferences
  • Evaluations/Assessments for students

Special Education Teacher

Indianapolis Public Schools
Indianapolis, IN
08.1975 - 05.2010
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
  • Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
  • Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.

Adjunct Professor

Butler University
Indianapolis, IN
08.2000 - 05.2003
  • Taught Special Education courses, providing instruction to undergraduate and graduate students.
  • Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
  • Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
  • Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
  • Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.

Education

Master of Science - Special Education/Learning Disabilities

Butler University
Indianapolis, IN
05-1983

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

Ball State University
Muncie, IN
05-1975

Skills

  • Parent communication
  • Collaborative Problem-solving
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Conflict resolution
  • Special education law
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • IEP development
  • Attention to detail

Timeline

Special Education Liaison

IN*SOURCE
10.2015 - Current

Compliance Coordinator

Indianapolis Public Schools
08.2010 - 09.2015

Adjunct Professor

Butler University
08.2000 - 05.2003

Special Education Teacher

Indianapolis Public Schools
08.1975 - 05.2010

Master of Science - Special Education/Learning Disabilities

Butler University

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

Ball State University
Camille Svihlik