Christa Hayes

Worked closely with the campus counselor and the other 504 co-coordinator to schedule 504 meetings with parents and students at the Middle School.

Facilitates the implementation of the school board approved Section 504 Policy.

Continually revises and ensures the implementation of consistent Section 504 procedures.

Collects and maintains all Section 504 data (504 plans and lists of eligible students) for reference purposes.

Works collaboratively with school coordinators and administrators.

Works towards developing an improved understanding of adolescents’ educational needs on the part of teachers, administrators, and parents.

Assists in developing strategic plans for improving student achievement.

Knowledge of federal, state, and local policies and procedures as pertains to Section 504.

Stays up to date on student data to monitor our students.

Writes 504 plans, classroom accommodations and testing/state assessment accommodations.

Communication with parents, students, and administrators.

• Evaluate, score and interpret assessments and screening measures.
• Completed full Dyslexia assessments to determine if a students meets criteria for a student with dyslexia/disability.
• Completed comprehensive assessments in addressing learning disabilities.
• Worked closely with our Special Education department to write data based reports based off of diagnostic evaluations.
• Worked closely with the Special Education Department and 504 Coordinators to determine eligibility, accommodations, and best placement for our students with dyslexia, learning disabilities or other special needs/qualifications (ADD, physical impairments, etc).
• Understood, used and remained abreast of best practices and therapy modalities within dyslexia field.
• Met federal and state regulations for licensure and certification.
• Performed small group Take Flight and/or MTA curriculums based on student needs with focus on dyslexia and other learning disabilities.
• Provide specialized instruction and progress monitor our dyslexia students through the MTA program.
• Yearly screen our 7th grade students per the state of Texas requirements.
• Continue to monitor students even after they have completed the dyslexia curriculum to ensure compliance and that students are still being successful in their academics.