Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
References
Affiliations
Timeline
Generic

CARI A. ORDWAY

Summary

Most recently, I have been employed as a Special Education Resource Teacher in 7th grade at Eagleview Middle School. I have spent the majority of my professional life as an Educational Diagnostician. While in New Hampshire, this has included a significant amount of experience in other areas of special education. I have regularly facilitated meetings, supervised educational assistants, managed substitutes, and managed the assessment department of school districts.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Transition Facilitator

Academy District 20
Colorado Springs, COLORADO
08.2023 - Current
  • Assisted with the development of a new program for transition students in Academy District 20, including the increase in students and staff and the love to a new building.
  • Assisted in developing new curriculum materials that are aligned with current industry standards.
  • Adapted instruction methods based on participant feedback and engagement levels.
  • Resolved conflicts between participants using effective communication skills.
  • Facilitated group discussions and activities to ensure successful outcomes.
  • Coordinated with stakeholders to ensure all expectations were met during the facilitation process.

Special Education Resource Teacher, 7th Grade

Eagleview Middle School, Academy District 20
Colorado Springs, CO
08.2018 - 06.2023
  • Eliminated learning gaps and effectively instructed students by developing IEPs and utilizing a wide variety of teaching aids and motivational strategies.
  • Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
  • Developed Individual Education Programs (IEP) to establish student outcome goals and define educational strategies; leveraged developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.

Lead Teacher PreK

Sunshine House Early Learning Academy
Colorado Springs, CO
05.2017 - 07.2018

Small Business Owner

Bead Divine
Laconia, NH
06.2014 - 05.2017

Learning Disability Diagnostician

Merrimack Valley School District
Penacook, NH
09.2011 - 06.2014

Primary Evaluator

Franklin and Hill School Districts
Franklin, NH
09.2002 - 06.2011
Was responsible for all intellectual and academic evaluations in the both districts. Tracked all students in the special education system from referrals through identification as well as all students currently in the system to ensure timely evaluations. Facilitated special education meetings including IEP meetings when the Special Education Director was unavailable. Prepared and presented professional development activities regarding evaluations and the knowledge of diverse disabilities.

Special Education Teacher and Case Manager

Franklin School District
Franklin, NH
09.1999 - 06.2002
Taught and case managed the special education caseload of grades 3,5 and 8. Was certified in the Wilson program. Supervised teacher assistants. 

Paraeducator

Laconia School District
Laconia, NH
09.1996 - 06.1999

Education

Masters - Special Education

Plymouth State University
2001

Teacher Certification - Special Education

Granite State College
1999

Bachelors - Paralegal Studies

Rivier University
1987

Skills

  • Social skills development
  • Excellent classroom management
  • Motivating students
  • Behavioral/cognitive skills development
  • Competent in Smartboard technology
  • Basic clerical knowledge
  • Learning style assessment
  • Scheduling proficiency
  • MS Office proficient
  • Academic and aptitude assessment
  • Positive relationship building with parents and stakeholders
  • Significant data tracking skills

Accomplishments

  • Currently hold a Special Education Generalist certification in Colorado
  • All certifications held in the state of New Hampshire:
  • Learning Disability Specialist
  • Specialist in the Assessment of Intellectual Functioning
  • General Special Education K - 12.

References

References

James Lester, Principal, Eagleview Middle School, 719-234-3400

Jennifer White, Assistant Principal, Eagleview Middle School, 719-234-3400

Jennifer Jones, Special Education Team Lead, Eagleview Middle School, 719-234-3500

Colleen Starkey, 7th Grade Math, Eagleview Middle School, 719-234-3400

Affiliations

I have held several positions before I found my "calling" in education. My parents owned a successful chain of restaurants and I grew up in the business world as well as working in the chain. I have also held my real estate license and owned my own bead store. This provided me with extensive experience in all aspects of running a small business from basic accounting procedures to designing my own website. While I owned the bead store, I was also chairperson of the NH Coffee Festival, which had approximately 3500 attendees. I am a fast learner and have taught myself many other hobbies and activities, including the art of beading.

Timeline

Transition Facilitator

Academy District 20
08.2023 - Current

Special Education Resource Teacher, 7th Grade

Eagleview Middle School, Academy District 20
08.2018 - 06.2023

Lead Teacher PreK

Sunshine House Early Learning Academy
05.2017 - 07.2018

Small Business Owner

Bead Divine
06.2014 - 05.2017

Learning Disability Diagnostician

Merrimack Valley School District
09.2011 - 06.2014

Primary Evaluator

Franklin and Hill School Districts
09.2002 - 06.2011

Special Education Teacher and Case Manager

Franklin School District
09.1999 - 06.2002

Paraeducator

Laconia School District
09.1996 - 06.1999

Masters - Special Education

Plymouth State University

Teacher Certification - Special Education

Granite State College

Bachelors - Paralegal Studies

Rivier University

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
CARI A. ORDWAY