Christina Butler
Amarillo
Summary
Accomplished Educational Diagnostician with a robust background in special education at Bushland Independent School District, showcasing expertise in special education and exceptional skills in relationship building and assessment. Proven track record in enhancing student learning outcomes and fostering collaborative environments. Excelled in developing and implementing effective instructional strategies, demonstrating adaptability and a keen attention to detail.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Diagnostician
Bushland Independent School District
08.2022 - Current
- Select, administer and interpret appropriate formal and informal assessments and evaluations to determine eligibility for special education.
- Assist school personnel in identification and understanding of students with disabilities.
- Consult with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Collaborate with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Facilitate Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) meetings.
- Offer informative workshops for educators, school leaders and faculty members.
- Author and publish a monthly special education focused newsletter.
- Manage time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Special Education Teacher/Educational Diagnostician
Bushland Independent School District
01.2019 - 07.2022
- Partnered with general education teachers from across grade levels to provide appropriate educational services for students with disabilities.
- Instructed students with physical, cognitive, and emotional disabilities, both in the inclusion and resource settings.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
- Select, administer and interpret appropriate formal and informal assessments and evaluations to determine eligibility for special education.
- Assist school personnel in identification and understanding of students with disabilities.
Special Education Teacher
Bushland Independent School District
08.2012 - 01.2019
- Partnered with general education teachers from across grade levels to provide appropriate educational services for students with disabilities.
- Instructed students with physical, cognitive, and emotional disabilities, both in the inclusion and resource settings.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Bushland Independent School District
01.2012 - 05.2012
Substitute Teacher
Bushland Independent School District
09.2011 - 01.2012
Training, Education, and Outreach Specialist
Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP)
10.2008 - 08.2011
Special Education Teacher
Fallbrook Union Elementary School District
08.2004 - 01.2006
Special Education Teacher
Boys and Girls Town of Missouri
08.2003 - 01.2004
Special Education Teacher
St. Louis Public School District
08.2001 - 06.2003
Education
Ed.D. - Leadership in Special Education
Gwynned Mercy University
Gwynedd, PA08-2026
Master of Education - Educational Diagnostician
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX12-2018
Master of Arts - Special Education
Webster University
St. Louis, MO12-2003
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL05-1998
Skills
- Special education expertise
- Formal and informal assessment
- Instructional strategies
- Behavior management techniques
- Relationship building
- Conscious Discipline
- Task prioritization
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Team collaboration
- Professional development
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- Train the Trainer - Dual Diagnosis
- Train the Trainer - Maximizing the Effectiveness of Paraprofessionals
- Handle with Care
- Conscious Discipline
- Google Certified Educator - Level 1
Timeline
Educational Diagnostician
Bushland Independent School District
08.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher/Educational Diagnostician
Bushland Independent School District
01.2019 - 07.2022
Special Education Teacher
Bushland Independent School District
08.2012 - 01.2019
Special Education Paraprofessional
Bushland Independent School District
01.2012 - 05.2012
Substitute Teacher
Bushland Independent School District
09.2011 - 01.2012
Training, Education, and Outreach Specialist
Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP)
10.2008 - 08.2011
Special Education Teacher
Fallbrook Union Elementary School District
08.2004 - 01.2006
Special Education Teacher
Boys and Girls Town of Missouri
08.2003 - 01.2004
Special Education Teacher
St. Louis Public School District
08.2001 - 06.2003
Ed.D. - Leadership in Special Education
Gwynned Mercy University
Master of Education - Educational Diagnostician
West Texas A&M University
Master of Arts - Special Education
Webster University
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
University of South Florida
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