Christine Argenzio-Davis
Gilbert,Arizona
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Department Specialist, Path2Teach Program Lead
Mesa Public Schools
01.2021 - Current
- I currently lead a district wide program that was implemented this past year
- We wrote a proposal to the A DE and it was accepted
- I develop, implement and retain new educators in Mesa Public Schools who have the desire to be certified special educators through an alternative certification program for Mesa Public Schools
- This is a "Grow our own" program that is in its infancy of development.
Adjunct Faculty
Southern New Hampshire University
01.2012 - Current
- Currently teach online graduate level coursework for students pursuing a master's degree in education, educational leadership and special education.
Adjunct Faculty
Grand Canyon University
01.2009 - Current
- Teach online coursework preparing future teachers to be educated in leadership qualities, ESL instruction, special education laws and regulations, as well as instructional planning and curriculum.
Instructional Coach
Mesa Public Schools
01.2019 - 01.2021
- I provide assistance too veteran and new teachers in the field
- Work one on one to provide training and understanding of Mesa Public Schools best practices, lesson planning, IEP's and classroom management
- Assist teachers in being as effective as possible.
Professional Learning Specialist
State of Arizona, Department of Education, Adult Education Department
01.2019 - 11.2019
- Provide training on a statewide basis to programs funded through WIOA and under federal grant contract requirements
- Assisted in large scale state-wide planning and implementation of training.
Instructional Facilitator
Rio Salado College
01.2013 - 01.2019
- Developed a department wide tool to assist with student success in online our LMS and online platform
- Provided day to day technical support, as well as developed a three- tier process to identify, assist and retain students for program successful completion.
Special Education Liaison
Gilbert Public Schools, Global Academy
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Ensured online students received accommodations and modifications for online coursework through GPS's online LMS.
Lead Special Education Teacher
Arizona Virtual Academy
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Worked directly with students via face to face or virtual assistance to aid with providing a Free and Appropriate Education via Elluminate and K12.
Junior High Special Ed Inclusion Teacher
Phoenix Elementary School District
01.1995 - 01.2005
- Provided daily instruction for students who qualified for special education services under IDEA in various settings and areas of eligibility.
Education
Post Graduate Degree - English Language Learning for Arizona State Teaching Certification
University of Phoenix
01.2000
Master of Education - Special Education
University of Illinois
01.1994
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education/ History
State University of New York
01.1992
Skills
- Delivering instruction to Adult Basic Education Programs in Arizona for Department of Education
- Adhering to federal grant contract requirements for State of Arizona under WIOA
- Mentoring and supervising new special educators in the field as a college supervisor for the Teacher in Residence program
- Revising course content specific to new legislation and federal requirements for NCLB 2001 and IDEA 2004
- Assessment, methods and strategies for ESL/BLE population ELL Endorsed since 2000
- Curriculum writer/team collaborator and initiator of Special Ed/Speech Junior High Pilot Program Create syllabi, course content and curriculum for Introduction to Education for Phoenix College 2011
- Master Teacher in assessment and administering of achievement tests specific to special education population and eligibility criteria
- Curriculum Development for Southern New Hampshire and Rio Salado College Course author for specific learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders and comprehensive assessments for disabilities course Created rubrics and critical tasks to assess student's abilities of knowledge and college objectives-aligned with course outcomes Communicate and collaborate with students, school districts and Arizona Department of Education to assist with student successful completion of teacher preparation programs
- Training and mentoring
- Strategy planning
- Expert Communication
- Promotions and specials
- Presentation Development
- Strong Problem Solver
- Project Planning
- Logistical Planning
Affiliations
- National Teachers Association 1992 present
- Maricopa County Community College Adjunct Faculty Association 2005- present
- Arizona Education Association 2011-present
- Council for Exceptional Children CEC Member 2016- present
Fellowships Honors Awards
- Phi Alpha Theta Honor Society with B.A degree from SUNY Stony Brook, 1992
- NYS Regents Award 1998
- Graduate Fellowship at UIC for Masters' Program
- Commendation Grand Canyon University Stipend for Teaching Excellence September 2010,2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
- Arizona Virtual Academy Lead Site Coordinator Testing AIMS Paige Site, April 2010
- Rio Salado College Outstanding Faculty of the year, 2013
- NACCTEP National Convention, Presenter, March Boston 2015
- NACCTEP National Convention, Exhibitor, March Chicago 2016
- Maricopa County Community College Diversity and Equality Award April 2019
References
- Carrie Carstens, Director of Junior Highs MPS, 480-352-4693
- Brittney Oden, Instructional Coach MPS, 480-878-8860
- Lindsay Massey, Director of Specialized Instruction MPS, 480-686-0318
- Carrie O'Donnell, Full Time Online Faculty, Grand Canyon University, carrie.odonnell@riosalado.edu, 602-373-3040
- Tammy Soelberg, English Dept, Perry High School, 602-206-6967, tammysoelberg@gmail.com
- Julie Ferin, Instructional Coordinator, Rio Salado College, Julie.ferin@riosalado.edu, 480-313-2431
- Cynthia Diefert, Full Time Faculty, Paradise Valley Community College, 602-348-7567, Cynsational1@gmail.com
Projects
Currently the project lead on a program called Path2Teach. This program is a "Grow your own" program at Mesa Public Schools that was implemented this past year. We received guidance from the Arizona Department of Education on how to implement an alternative certification program housed within Mesa Public Schools. My job is to develop professional development, guide new practitioners in the field and ensure we are adhering to the Educator Prep Program proposal submitted to the ADE. Developed a statewide training for Adult Basic Education Institute in September 2019. A part of the scheduling, presentations, securing of national trainers, presenting on state standards and ensuring programs are informed, and understanding of state- wide requirements according to WIOA, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. Creating engaging professional learning opportunities to inform statewide programs on best practices and guidance on training and development of programs. Worked on a committee of three to review Educator Preparation Programs. Evaluated reports that determine whether programs meet standards and competencies for accreditation. Reviewed programs seeking approval in three domains. Assessed the Organizational Structure and Systems of a Program, Instructional Impact and Clinical Practice and Partnerships that determine whether a program meets the criteria in each matric. Reviewed the professional preparation Institution in each of the three domains and provided an overall score that evaluated evidence provided that meets teacher preparation program standards set forth by the ADE and INTASC.
Conference presentations
C. Davis, B. Oden & T. Mc Donald, 2024, "Growing your Own with Mesa Public Schools, Path2Teach", Council for Exceptional Children, Phoenix, Az .https://exceptionalchildren.org/
Timeline
Department Specialist, Path2Teach Program Lead
Mesa Public Schools
01.2021 - Current
Instructional Coach
Mesa Public Schools
01.2019 - 01.2021
Professional Learning Specialist
State of Arizona, Department of Education, Adult Education Department
01.2019 - 11.2019
Instructional Facilitator
Rio Salado College
01.2013 - 01.2019
Adjunct Faculty
Southern New Hampshire University
01.2012 - Current
Special Education Liaison
Gilbert Public Schools, Global Academy
01.2011 - 01.2013
Adjunct Faculty
Grand Canyon University
01.2009 - Current
Lead Special Education Teacher
Arizona Virtual Academy
01.2008 - 01.2010
Junior High Special Ed Inclusion Teacher
Phoenix Elementary School District
01.1995 - 01.2005
Post Graduate Degree - English Language Learning for Arizona State Teaching Certification
University of Phoenix
Master of Education - Special Education
University of Illinois
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education/ History
State University of New York
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