Christie Mueller
Manteca,CA
Summary
Experienced former Special Education Teacher and Director seeking to leverage skills and expertise gained in the field to transition into a new role. Highly skilled in leadership, communication, problem-solving, collaboration, organization, and resource management. Adept at developing and implementing effective strategies to improve outcomes for students with disabilities. Proven ability to build positive relationships with stakeholders and work effectively as part of a team. Committed to continuous learning and professional development. Excited to bring a unique perspective and skill set to a new field.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Education Specialist
Patterson Joint Unified School District
Patterson, CA
08.2014 - 05.2019
- Collaborated with supervisors to examine effectiveness of program and instruction.
- Planned and facilitated relevant, needs-based professional learning tools, resources and educational materials to enhance teaching skills.
- Attended seminars, workshops and conventions to remain current on educational research and statistics impacting educational standards.
- Delivered training to staff and instructors on curriculum, documentation and instructional techniques.
- Met with parents and instructors to discuss student progress and behavioral or learning issues.
- Developed and implemented instructional programs.
- Coached teachers to improve instructional practices through professional development, modeling instructional strategies and feedback.
- Identified professional development needs by creating and presenting teacher surveys.
- Educated parents and caregivers to drive cooperation, learning achievement, performance and classroom behavior.
Director II, Special Education
San Joaquin County Office of Education
Stockton, CA
07.2011 - 04.2014
- Defined district needs and goals to outline yearly budget and expenditures.
- Planned and facilitated relevant, needs-based professional learning tools, resources and educational materials to enhance teaching skills.
- Attended seminars, workshops and conventions to remain current on educational research and statistics impacting educational standards.
- Performed classroom and teacher evaluations and completed observation reports.
- Delivered training to staff and instructors on curriculum, documentation and instructional techniques.
- Observed teachers to assist with planning and classroom instruction methodologies.
- Met with parents and instructors to discuss student progress and behavioral or learning issues.
- Discussed curriculum changes with department staff and principals to facilitate action plans.
- Chose and implemented program curricula and collaborated with instructors to align teaching strategies to meet educational goals.
- Coached teachers to improve instructional practices through professional development, modeling instructional strategies and feedback.
- Delivered system-wide orientation, training and support programs for new teachers.
- Recruited, trained and evaluated part-time staff and volunteers; directed professional development activities.
- Examined department needs to construct budget for teacher supplies and materials.
- Identified professional development needs by creating and presenting teacher surveys.
- Constructed supplemental materials for disabled, at-risk, disadvantaged, talented and gifted students.
- Facilitated coaching rounds for department staff to enhance delivery or lessons.
Special Education Teacher
San Joaquin County Office of Education
Stockton, CA
07.2002 - 05.2011
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
- Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
- Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
- Encouraged student empathy of others to build confidence and improve self-image.
- Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving with tailored recreation programs.
- Facilitated student operation of augmented communication devices.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Sacramento State University
Sacramento, CA05.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA01.2002
Skills
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of child development and developmental psychopathology
- Understanding of special education law, policies and best practices
- Strong communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills
- Coordinate various schedules as the case manager on the multidisciplinary team that includes various agencies
- Ability to identify problems and develop strategies to address them effectively, while also making informed decisions based on data and evidence
- Skilled in conducting assessments and evaluations to determine a child's developmental level, strengths, and areas of need
- Manage multiple tasks and priorities, while also maintaining accurate records and documentation
- Cultural competence
- Skilled in time management, organization, prioritization and detail oriented
- Strong leadership skills
- Community advocate
Certification
- Education Specialist Credential Level I Moderate to Severe Disabilities Birth to age 22 License - (2004)
- Education Specialist Credential Level II Moderate to Severe Disabilities Birth to age 22 License - (2005)
- Administrative Service Credential (2013)
Timeline
Education Specialist
Patterson Joint Unified School District
08.2014 - 05.2019
Director II, Special Education
San Joaquin County Office of Education
07.2011 - 04.2014
Special Education Teacher
San Joaquin County Office of Education
07.2002 - 05.2011
Master of Arts - Education
Sacramento State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Diego State University
- Education Specialist Credential Level I Moderate to Severe Disabilities Birth to age 22 License - (2004)
- Education Specialist Credential Level II Moderate to Severe Disabilities Birth to age 22 License - (2005)
- Administrative Service Credential (2013)
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